I researched washing machines thoroughly before purchasing. I wanted a top loader with an agitator with the most water option I could get, which was very hard to find;  but this one delivers. I love high tech, but I love how old school this machine is with knobs that seem less likely to break. I highly recommend this washing machine, especially if you want  the clean clothes you only get from actually being fully immersed in water and then scrubbed, which my front load washer failed miserably at doing. No regrets with this purchase!