Product review (5 stars): Great Machine - unless you machine dry everything
When looking for a new machine I was searching for a combo side loading unit. They're uncommon in the US but pretty much standard everywhere else (smaller houses I guess). Running the dryer is one of the most expensive appliances in most households (and pretty nasty for your carbon footprint) so having the ability to dry (for wet days or emergencies) but not using it routinely is a great fit for this machine. It's smart metering of water and heat depending upon what you put in it is really cool. It uses smart sensing for drying as well so the long cycle time is only really for full loads. (quick drying sheets or shirts can be done in 30 mins or less).

You will need to run more smaller loads than a large top loader but you'll still save money (plus a drum system is much kinder on your clothes than a top loaded paddle design).