[Zeke]

Had a front load Frigidaire. Never again. Top load is fine with me and to get work clothes clean I use the bulky items selection. Plenty of water — doesn't look like spaghetti being rinsed in the sink.
Problem with that particular brand, and I don't know if this is a universal problem, but the complicated gasket system was a trap for stagnant water and a bad smell. I cleaned and cleaned on that thing on my hands and knees to little avail. Give me a tub any day.