Speed Queen 3.5 cu.ft. Front Loading Washer with Sanitize with Oxi Cycle FF7005WN

Spent a couple thousand as my previous washing machines struggled with bulky loads. I have two dogs and often have to wash dog beds etc. Also my husband and I have a king size bed and bedding bulky. Anyways I was told this was top of the line and the sturdier. I read the manual and followed the directions; when I have a bulky item like a dog bed, ad small items like a bunch of socks etc to balance it out, and use HE detergent. It still struggles- sometimes shuts off, sometimes rocks all over the room, spills water etc. It was professionally installed and balanced as well.
I like how it has many modes and options and can do regular loads faster. It also spins dryer than my prior washer, which means less time in dryer.

Awesome machine. Very quiet. Easy to use. Clothes are very clean and dry.

The washer is extremely solid, sturdy and well built, and the manufacturer's confidence in their product is evidenced by the 5 year full parts and labor warranty it comes with from the factory. Customer service has been excellent when I've had any questions. I believe our clothes are coming out cleaner than our old top loader from another manufacturer and the cycles are at least 30 minutes shorter. It was not an inexpensive purchase, but you get what you pay for and I wanted a washer that was going to last more than the usual 6-8 years for most units out there. So far I am very satisfied and hope that as time goes on it continues to perform well, be reliable, and not fail at the rate other appliances have on us. The only shortcoming is that the capacity is 3.5 cu/ft versus the usual 4.5 of other front load units out there, but it really hasn't been a problem and its a worthwhile sacrifice for the reliability and durability of a Speed Queen.

Something is wrong with the balancing system, suspecting one or more bad shocks, one is leaking. Brand new. The washer cost over $1000 My cheapo Frigidaire was smooth and silent, and I thought I was buying a quality for life replacement, and so far I'm regretting my purchase. We'll see if I can get it resolved so it quits walking around the floor.
And what purpose was it to create a front load washer that can't be stacked? Why would anyone want the front loading in that case? I'm needing to modify my laundry room to re-enable units side by side again.

My first load of was the door would not open. Could not get the clothes out for two days. A technician came out got the door opened and put a new door lock on. That did not fix the problem. A control system was ordered, which took a week. That sometimes workes. My husband discovered that if you push in on the bottom of the door then it opens. Still having problems with the door not opening. Machine washes great. Can't always get the door to open.