Product review (4 stars): Worth the price
Very good for the price, using very little detergent while getting clothing extremely clean. It does require quite a bit of manual operations - as an example, placing the wash in the spin dryer (and spinning) while draining in preparation for the rinse cycle. The spin dryer leaves clothing damp - not "near wearable" as some have stated.
1. If you are in an area with hard water, be sure to use sufficient fabric softener.
2. Minimal detergent, less than a tablespoon for a full load. I generally use a teaspoon+.

I've only had the unit for a month - I estimate I've saved $40-50 in that month. Four months, and it will have paid for itself. The unit will handle all but the heaviest items...