My sweet daughter in law bought new machines ---- I love all the choices they come with, but I absolutely HATE the front loading washer - it was very difficult for me to put clothes in and especially difficult to get wet, heavy clothes out. I am active, but that is miserable for me and hard for me to see. Also, the washing machine door has to be left open and in her laundry room that is a nuisance. She is a small, young lady and she said it is a bit awkward for her too to get wet clothes out. I love the "chimes" on the washer though to let you know what cycle and when its done :-)