I have a Whirlpool Cabrio high efficiency top loader. I've had it for 2 years now. Honestly, I like it and haven't had problems, but I think the old style front loaders clean clothes better. I will not buy a new machine now because I spent alot on the one I have, so until it breaks, I'm stuck.. My machine doesn't have an agitator. It's a huge machine and I can wash a queen size comforter in it. The problem with washing blankets and comforters in my machine is that the machine spins so fast that it becomes unleveled and it bunches up the blankets. So, you have to untangle every thing and restart the machine. In my opinion, clothes get wrinkled in any machine. I use a fabric softener sheet in the dryer and it takes care of that problem most of the time.
Previously, I had a Frigidaire front loader with the rubber belt--do not get that one. A previous poster mentioned it gets a funky smell and is moldy--that is very true and after a few years, the rubber belt starts to fall apart. Stay away from that washer.
You have to use HE detergent in the new high efficiency machines. If you don't, you will ruin your machine and void out the warranty. The HE detergent is specifically designed to not suds as much as regular detergent. When you buy detergent for your HE machine, make sure you see the HE label on the bottle. Most detergents work in both HE and regular washers, but there are a few brands out there that have not yet caught up, so keep your eyes on the bottle.
In order to get clothes clean in a high efficiency machine, you can use those Tide boost pacs or HE bleach or non-chlorinated bleach. I buy the Purex powdered non-chlorinated bleach at Walmart, it works great and doesn't cost as much. It's like $1.97 for a box.
You can go on You Tube and check out the videos that feature he Whirlpool Cabrio--check them out to see if that is the type of washer you would like.
Best wishes:)