Agitating tubs are not a new idea. However, out of all the wash systems that were developed over the past 100 years, there are only three types that have persisted until now. Vertical axis washers, impeller machines and straight vane agitators. Agitubs are not one of them. They have appeared at various times and in different incarnations and they have disappeared. Unless this latest offering from SQ delivers good and persistent results, it will disappear again. The more SQ adulterate their 'traditional' top loaders with functions and restrictions that are common to most HE machines, the less they will appeal to consumers looking for a regular, traditional American top loader. With social media allowing people to share and seek information instantly and across the globe, consumer reviews will be vital in determining the commercial success of this latest product.