Completely agree....go with a new Calypso. They did have problems with some of the first year models (of which I own one). But I've never had trouble with mine and it does do a great job of cleaning. Would buy another in a heartbeat. Takes some getting used to using, but once you get past its differences, I think you'll be very happy with it. Also has a very fast spin speed. Clothes dry fast, and it is SO quiet when its running, has full set of dispensers, auto soak, etc. Only drawback is that you can't change the spin speed, it's set as part of the cycle default. First year models had issues with bra underwires getting caught under the wash plate and destroying the leveler underneath. The machine has no traditional transmission and they are easy to service if you ever need to.