Product review (5 stars): Love my whirlpool
Researched many brands, consulted sales reps, friends and service people, who basically told me that no machine is fail proof, but recommended this set.  I have been very pleased with it over the past two months.  Saw some complaints about the low water level which you can circumvent by using the "bulky" setting, which uses extra water. Also love that it has a "sanitary setting" on both the washer and the dryer. The washer has a large capacity and it spin dries the clothes so well, that my drying time has been significantly reduced as well.
As with most large appliances, I am sure there are a few machines that will fail, but so far, I have been very pleased.