Product review (5 stars): and sheets I recommend going to the laundromat
I just got a used, certified unit and I have washed and spun a half a load of laundry.  It gets clothing a bit more wrung out than the washing machine does (synthetic blend lounge bras were dry in spots and cotton tanks were as dry as usual).  Now I can avoid hauling laundry down stairs and across the parking lot to the laundry room which is dangerous in winter with the snow and ice.  I'll have to wash more often now but it takes less time, as most clothing items only need a 5 to 10 minute soak, an abrasion of stains (rubbing fabrics together or using a brush), a quick couple of rinses, and a spin.  That's much less time than the 45 minutes the washers require.  For blankets, large towels, and sheets I recommend going to the laundromat.  That might be one trip a month which is fine by me.

Update:  I am still so happy with it!  I am taking someone's advice and spinning the soapy water out first, then pouring clear water right into the spinner to rinse, and spinning again.  I haven't gone down to the laundry in weeks.  Another positive:  I do have trouble lifting things that aren't too heavy for most people but I have zero problem lifting my Nina.  Whatever your reservations, just order it.  You will be so happy you did.