After our 15+ year old washer gave up the ghost, we purchased the Electrolux. A month in, we are very happy with it. Like the different settings, the size of it, and it is quiet. Like a good household appliance, it just works and I don't have to worry (or think) about it.
I only owned for abt 2 months now. So far it seems very good. After a whirlpool lasted 5.5 years and a Maytag less than 4.5 yrs im really wishing this one will hold up for the long haul. The main issue is the rubber does have a very strong smell brand new. I have major sensitivities to smells and chemicals so i had to wear masks and hold my nose around it at first. The smell is still there but is getting better.
Ahhh, finally back to a front loader after 6 years of using a top loader that did not wash our clothes. Have only owned the machine for a couple of weeks. Does not seem to have the mold smell even if keeping the door closed between washing. The machine makes loud noises before the wash cycle begins - apparently this is normal.