Product review (2 stars): Why I would not buy this washer again.
I would never buy this washer again.  No soak cycle or even an option to pause the load for much length of time.  The computerized action is very frustrating!!  If the lid is not closed, the instant the water stops filling the washer will drain immediately!.  No stopping it.  Can not even get water in and use the 'pause' button to go grab another item for the load....the tub will drain....  Very frustrating!  Also, I do not have the model with the fabric softener dispenser....there is only a small time frame when the pause /unlock lid button can be pressed to add the softener ....if not done at the right time the load will restart and wash all over again.  I miss my old washer.

On a positive I can say that with this new Amana the clothes maybe seem a bit cleaner and fresher.  Maybe high spin cycle??

The noise is not a big problem for me but.....it can be heard through the house.  Can't describe the noise really but everyone can heard the motor noise when it is running.  Really shocked at the noise for such a new $500 washer.

One more thought for review.....even when the setting is on cold.....it will use bursts of hot water.  I am not sure if there is a temp setting issue where the water shouldn't be too cold??  I had to shut the hot water hose off to the washer or it will pull hot water in bursts.  (my hot water costs too much to use for laundry)

So...unless you can get this washer on amazing deal.  I think the frustrations are way too much for the price paid.  Needs soak cycle and a TRUE pause option!  The computerized lid lock/latch can not be tricked or overridden.