I have an LG front loader. It is my second one. I love it. The sanitary cycle has super hot water and is about 2.5 hours long. The things that come out of that cycle are practically sterile!
The clothes get cleaner. Also, I wear alot of black and I have not had any problems with fading. The front loaders are much more gentle on the clothes.
Also, the front loader is going to be more water efficient than an agitatorless top loader. I am on a septic system so that is a concern for me as I do tons of laundry.
Go for the front loader. You won't be sorry!