The GE washing machine is replacing my 31 year old Kitchen Aide Quiet Scrub Extra Large Capacity.  This machine is "noisy" compared to my Kitchen Aide.  However it is not  loud enough to be a problem.  I've now washed comforters, quilts, jeans, delicates, and drapes and dog bedding.  It has done a great job with all!  the large opening makes it easy to get bulky items in and out. I don't need as much detergent it appears.  It does use less water, but I find there is sufficient water.  It would be great to get 31 years out of this one, but we will have to see.  :)