Product review (5 stars): Great Washer
We bought one of these Fisher Paykel AquaSmart washers in March and so far, it has been amazing.  We bought it from a locally owned company who installed it perfectly (I've heard that these machines don't install exactly like most washers, so perhaps it is better to have a good installer).

Pros:
-Huge capacity.  My husband and son compete in judo and this washer will wash a week's worth of gis easily.  The lack of a tall agitator means that I don't have to stuff bulky items like gis and comforters around one anymore!
-Cleans well.  Our clothes come out really clean.
-Amazing spin cycle.  The extra fast spin cycle gets so much water out that clothes and linens take less time to dry in the dryer or hanging.
-High efficiency: Since the washer is high efficiency, we use less water and less detergent.
-Intuitive controls: I love how simple this washer is to work. And there is a cycle for everything.

Cons: none, really, except that you pay a bit more to get all the "pros."
If something changes, or I experience breakage of parts, etc. like some other reviews, I will update!