This product is an upgrade for us in two areas. First, the addition of a “detergent tank” that holds the liquid detergent right inside the machine. This saves us having to use measuring cups for each load and instead allow the machine to auto dispense based on load and cycle selection. Secondly, we really like the micro-ban technology that uses hardware and a cycle process to prevent mold and mildew growth without sacrificing performance, increased energy consumption, or excessive wear and tear on the machine (or an often manual process to clean). The cycles are plentiful and the tub is large. The addition of steam is a nice touch for certain cycles and the WiFi is very helpful in monitoring cycles and can also be used to order more detergent if you would like.