Product review (5 stars): Beats the heck out of top load agitator washers
I have had this washer for about a year now.  We formerly had Sears' largest capacity top load washer.  We are a family of 5 and found that our typical loads per day went from about 3 down to 1 to 1.5 loads per day - a significant difference.  The cleaning quality is excellent.  We use Tide and Oxi-Clean.

I believe, though haven't done an objective test, that the steam feature works.  It's done a nice job of taking out grass stains on our kids' pants.

I researched everything out there, and after using it a year, I'm convinced that I made the best decision.  The other reviewer is right - get the IQ Touch if you want to save money.  I'm more of a gadget guy so this is what I wanted.