I should have mine in a couple more days. I'll keep you posted.

I had an older version of this unit, the W852 (11 lbs) I think.

I loved it.

It was great and perfect for my needs.

It's actually made by Samsung, and I had ZERO problems with it.

I loved the electronic controls. I find them LESS prone to failure than mechanical ones. I'll take them any day over mechanicals.

It does look like photocopier , and there is this silly "song" it plays at the end of the wash. I chalk it up to its Korean heritage. Perhaps it's the national anthem that's being played?

Samsung washers seems to be getting a bad rap on this forum, but I thought this unit was just wonderful, and without the agitator, it can hold more than the small size would suggest. I was very happy to buy this at the time, over a Haier, once I found out it was actually made by Samsung.

Bottom line: it's cheap, it looks nice, and it works. For an apartment dweller, it means the difference between the laundromat and clean clothes at home.

You can easily unhook it and move it out of the way when not in use. Try that with a larger unit!

David

Thank you for the feedback. I just placed an order with a local store - they said it should arrive within a day or so.

p.s. I agree about Samsung. I've had the same Samsung DVD player for 6 years now, and never had a single problem with it.

Mine came in this week. It's a really good washing machine for the money. You're gonna like it.

Just thought I'd post a brief follow-up. I've had this machine for two weeks now, and I am quite pleased with its performance. I'm finding that I like the electronic panel a lot more than I thought I would.

I am still getting the hang of how much soap to use for a full 12 lb load. I use liquid All Free & Clear (no dyes or perfumes).

As for drying... I am using Polder clothes rack, and that seems to work just fine. The rack holds an entire load. It is a little extra effort to hang the clothes and take it down, but not that much.

Does anyone have any updates on reliability or the avanti machine?

Thanks!

Checking to see if anyone else has info on Avanti portable washer. My sister is looking at the Danby and Avanti and needs additional info. KAI2006, are you still having success?

Thanks a bunch!!

gng

I just purchased the Avanti 12lb. portable washer (model W797) and had it delivered today. I did 2 loads and I was very happy with the performance. My only gripe is I wish the spin speed was faster than 700rpms. It would be nice if it was about 900rpms like the Hitachi topload washers.