peaceandjoy

I've never once had a problem. Our first one was over 15 years old and only replaced as we remodeled. Yes, I do leave the door ajar, but even a top loaders will sometimes get a musty smell if left closed all of the time. I use so much less laundry products and water, have no trouble washing large items, and the spin cycle removes so much more water.

DD has a top loading HE washer, I hate it. First, it's too deep! I'm not short, but reaching the bottom is a challenge, lol. And there is so little water that I've had things come out with spots that weren't even wet after a full cycle!