[lovsthosebigdogs]

I have an older model Whirlpool front loader washer and I have never had an issue with it BUT having said that, I know that it collects water in the cup that holds soap so I leave that drawer open after the laundry is finished and I leave the door cracked open til it is dry. That has eliminated the smell. It uses less water, is extremely gentle on clothes because it doesn't wring them out and twist them out of shape, uses very little water and is so quiet I am not sure it is on all the time. It has held up for 10 years with out an issue (hope I haven't jinxed myself). I do a lot of laundry, including dog beds, blankets and small rugs. I would only buy a front loader again. My dryer is a Maytag but it is a model they no longer make and I am sorry they discontinued it. It has 2 dryers in one- a normal one on bottom and the top hangs clothes and gentles shakes them dry on low or very low. I adore that dryer and wish I could get another one in TV to replace it.