other than which wands/grip they fit, they are virtually identical. Same brushroll, same motor and same internal airflow channel. There are marginal differences in the belt length, 1/8 of an inch. The latest version, the SideKick III fits only the Platinum and Guardian Ultra wands.
the sitting for a couple of years after intial use is the issue. If you really get the dispenser clean, or replace it, your problem will be over. Sitting unused, the JetDry either got corrpted or dehydrated, both are slimy. You probably not getting wash water in the dispenser at all, the stuff...
So tired of hearing about buying extra products to clean a FL. Follow the freaking instructions, use the correct amounts of detergent and softner if desired and you won't have a problem. My LG pair are now 15 years old and going strong, never have had any odor issues, most of my wash is cold...
I love Miele and Bosch Dishwasher performance but find their racks absolutely useless. All the tines are way too close together and none of my dinner ware or flatware fit in any machine from either. I'm very happy with my LG, always clean, racks that are amazingly adjustable, so quiet people...
when I poured a similar slab in my garage for my FL. I set 1/4"X2" rubber washers where the feet go. After the concrete set, I pulled out the washers and there are 4 perfect feet holders for the washer and it can't walk... of course now that it's perfectly level it's never moved. I probably...
I clean mine every other month, and even with 5 Great Danes sharing my home I rarely have much in the filter. I did let it go once.. and that was enough for me to learn my lesson.