FH wrote:

i've never had one, but i've been told that they use less water and are in
general better. can someone tell me why if that's true?

i'd like to know the pros and cons if anyone has any experience with them
both.

I saw a kid nearly get killed in one of those things on TV, the door
wouldnt open once the cycle started and he was trapped.
Make damn sure you can open the door any time and also, I wouldnt even think
of owning one of those if i had young kids.
Eric