We have a Samsung front-loading washing machine and dryer.

They were top of the line or close to it when we bought them about 5 years ago. Did my research on Consumer Reports before purchase and they were near the top. Haven't had any problems except for a sticky control button which was fixed with silicone spray. They replaced a Maytag pair that came with the house that were from the 70's.

Some advantages to front-loading washer:

- uses less water
- uses less electricity
- uses less detergent
- gets clothes cleaner
- less wear on clothes so they last longer (no agitator)
- gets clothes dryer so you use less energy drying them

The washer also has a "Silvercare" feature which seems to take care of the mold. The only time it gets stinky is if you leave clothes in it overnight after washing them. The next wash clears the stink away.

The dryer has a steam feature. Using it means my golf shirts and pants do not need to be ironed. The dryer has a hose which means one more to replace every 5 years. I've seen units with a water tray that you fill manually.

I would buy them again. I think it was about $2k for the pair.