Product review (3 stars): There are better bangs for your buck
I've had this for 4 years and use it weekly and its worked reliably so far.  It runs all loads and all settings just fine.  I leave the main door and the filler drawer open after use to let everything dry out.  No mildew or any weird odors but that doesn't mean it doesn't exist...I just can't see or smell it.  In fact, I actually had mildew developing in my old top-loader so its likely that this will eventually get it also.

I miss not being able to use liquid bleach on my whites.  All my whites are now various shades of grey.  The spin cycle sounds like a jet engine which I actually like but others may not.

This machine cost more than some of the other brands and honestly I don't see how this is any better or worse than those. I would definitely shop around for a different brand next time around based on value. While Bosch is nice it doesn't warrant the extra monies.