Hi, I bought an HE washer in June. I too don't feel that there is enough water for a lighter load. But I can add with a push of a button. The other issue is where I live the water is HARD and I don't think clothes are as clean. Did not notice that before. But as someone else mentioned there is no agitator in the center and I don't think there is enough friction to properly clean. Otherwise I am happy with it. I do use the pre measured soaps to not over suds the load also.