I love my new washer.
Had it three weeks now & i could not be happier.
Yes the programs are long - I've set a favorite for 1hr 50 Mins and it is superb at cleaning my clothes, much better than my old one! Plus i can get a 12kg load in so have fewer washes each week.
It is quiet too, I have to actually go and see it to know its still going. Love the pause and open the door for the odd sock which gets missed.
Only con I have found is the softener section in the drawer is small & holds clean water from the last rinse so. Not an issue just got a more concentrated product!