Our Maytag Neptune W/D stacker just broke after 20+ years of use with only 1 service call. We thought it wasn't worth putting $500 into the repair of a 20yr old unit not knowing what the real problem was. After looking at lots of reviews and comparisons we bought an LG model 4070 W/D that can be stacked or separated. It was just delivered yesterday and so far I have washed only 10 loads of clothes, but it is working great. Very happy with the purchase. I prefer a front loader so that they can be stacked and I wash a lot of king sized quits which are very heavy so a big unit was important. They recommend you wipe down the door and rubber seal and leave the door open when finished with washer to prevent mold on the seal. We purchased at Home Depot due to the sale they had when we purchased. Have fun shopping, It's a major purchase, but actually fun to do laundry (at least until the newness wears off).