Product review (5 stars): Speed Queen makes great products.
I own the AWNE8-thousand version.  It does not have a soak cycle but that is an easy fix.  Let the water fill up and open the lid until you are done soaking.  Even for this AWNE9 version here, the price is ridiculously high!!!  Shop around folks for a better price.  Our local store only charged $10. to deliver.  That said, I love my new washer.  My clothes come out clean and I am very happy.  The new High Efficiency washers are horrible.  Speed Queen lets you determine your water level.