I got my first front load washer & matching dryer, LG, about a year ago & I absolutely love them. Remember when comparing capacity that the front loaders don't have an agitator so that gives you more room as well. My front loaders are not the largest size but my top loader was an extra capacity & it still did not hold what my front loader does. I have the pedestals & have my set on the main floor so I do have "noise" from them. An appliance tech man told me these were meant to be installed in basements (very solid flooring). I love the height mine are as I have significant back issues (rods, plates, screws etc. in my low back & plates & screws in my neck) so this is probably my most beloved appliance in the house (along with my dishwasher).
As a side note, my SIL told me she went out on a service call with the tech. guy once due to a "stinky"/moldy washer & he said it was due to HE
liquid detergent! He said it is almost impossible to eliminate it once it has happened. My SIL said it was the stinkiest, grossest smelling stuff. I use the HE powder.