Once installed correctly (see below) I was impressed by how quiet this washer was.  Having replaced a 30 year old model, this was a huge leap forward in technology.  Great water saving features with the high efficiency technology and clothes seem to come out clean even with the reduced water consumption.  Installers didn't know to remove 4 bolts intended to secure the drum in shipping, so this wasn't good, but once I removed them the washer was incredible quite, which is great.  This unit could benefit with better back-lighting of the control settings, as I have to use a flashlight to be able to read them, but if your installation location is well lighted, this won't be a problem.  All-in-all, I'm happy with purchase so far.