Product review (5 stars): Solid, dependable machine!
This is a great machine!

I have read the other reviews - people have had issues with leaks from the sink hose. My advice? Read the directions! They specifically state different instructions for sinks with interior or exterior threads. This will affect where the washer (not the machine, the little washer that goes into the fitting) is used, or if it is used at all. The water hose that connects to the washer needs to be a tad more than hand tight, but again, the instructions tell you this. There are also a few great youtube videos that will also give you helpful hints. I suggest you look at them before you make a decision!

There are 2 lint traps - one that comes out completely, and one that does not. Keeping these lint traps clean will significantly reduce the amount of lint that comes out of the drain hose (and essentially down your drain). I have heard that people will put a stocking on the sink side of the drain hose, and it seems to work well for them, but ew! Plus I'm lazy (and cheap!). If I keep the lint traps clean, there is very little lint in my sink after a load.

My kitchen is not horribly level, and this unit is not entirely portable. It is generally portable, yes - it is only about 60 lbs, and has carrying handles (awkward for me at 5'3, but not impossible) for easy movement, but has no wheels. Since I keep mine in the kitchen and my kitchen is small, I bought a nice little telescoping furniture dolly and plopped the washer on top of it. I have no issues with leaks (because my floor is not level), and the dolly makes it easy peasy to wheel around to use when I need it. It is an extra cost, but worth it in the long run. I don't plan on moving any time soon, and this little set up really fits the bill.

How much soap do you use? I use less than half what I would normally use in a regular washer. There is a place to put bleach (read the instructions, really, it's there), but not really any place to put liquid fabric softener.  The tub only fills ONE time (thus the light water usage, which is great for those who have to pay for their own water), yet it still manages to rinse well. You can opt just to rinse your clothes if you like. There is a heavy duty cycle option also - I have put rugs in this little washer, used the heavy duty cycle, and my rugs came clean.

In my opinion, if this product is just a few dollars more than the 1 cu ft, buy this one. Double your capacity for less than $50? Definitely worth it. I live by myself (with a small dog who has her own bed and wardrobe - don't judge!), and the extra capacity is handy to have without being too bulky. I do about 4-5 loads per week, including towels, linens, dog blankets and my own clothes. It takes almost no time, and I (almost) enjoy doing laundry. This machine is relatively quiet, and is easy to connect, operate, and disconnect.  I did not buy the matching dryer due to the price point, but I do trust this brand.