The unit was super fast with us. Built, connected, losgewaschen. My wife is thrilled. In the beginning she had the impression that in there is less than in their previous 4.5kg machine due to the low loading depth. However, the whole thing is just an optical false impression, because the opening is so large, the depth effect is relatively small. At the latest when the clothesline was not enough, was the argument at the end. ;) Absolute gimmick is the remaining time display. Great if you like, we must with 2 children a bit plan. In addition, there is a delay start - so you can even late in the evening and begin what it's early freshly washed and ready for the dryer or the leash. The service is absolutely easy and foolproof. There are also a Kurzwaschrogramm and an energy-saving program, which often come with us (at slightly soiled laundry) to use. The device is now already in use since May 2011 without any problems or signs of wear.
The volume during the spin cycle is irrelevant to me, because we have a basement. I'd say she's felt normal, not particularly quietly or loudly.