IIRC we used to have the Kenmore Elite. I really like those. Because it doesn't have the agitator, you can put a little more in the load.

We moved to a house that had a top loader and I hate it. Almost impossible to wash blankets/comforters.

I would pass on the extra features that let you pre-soak clothes or allow for a delay before start. We NEVER used those things.

I do like mdrew's method of avoiding laundry though. ;\)