I had been using a washer that came with the house, white older version. I was used to having to wash things twice. With this new washer, my life changed. Having 3 kids under 8 makes for a lot of dirty stained and sticky clothes. I am now able to customize my way type, time, and strength. The controls are super easy to use. The barrel holds so much clothes. It’s great for comforters and small washable mats. I am able to know exactly how long the wash cycle will be and plan accordingly. The receptacle is convenient and leaves no room for messy spills.