Product review (4 stars): Works well!
I highly recommend the bigger model, vs the smaller 5lb models, as you CAN'T fill these more than about halfway.
Also, I've not encountered any issues with this machine, but the extended warranty definitely makes sense for this purchase.

Pros:
-seems to clean clothes really well, despite having to run small loads
-spin-dryer is adequate:  I usually run the spin twice.  Then, drying takes about 2 hours on a wooden drying rack with a box fan mounted on the top.  I thought I was going to need an electric tumble dryer, but it's not absolutely necessary.

You might want an electric dryer if:
-you need lint-removal
-you rely on the re-shrinking of the heat for your clothes to fit (on the upside, your favorite jeans will never shrink!)

Cons:
-knots up larger/longer items of clothing.
-lint removal doesn't work
-drain pump has trouble pushing water over an 8-inch elevation.
-leaks a little from the top lid, due to there not being any gasket on the lid.  I recommend sitting the machine in a tray to catch water that sometimes splashes out