Sandra.Crow

So, I have finally got the money together (£800 to £1100) and think it is the right time to ask the more important question as I have got the message that it should be Miele. Which one should it be? I have been looking at the new style W4449 as I like all new technology - I get attracted to LEDs and it has a big door. The W3844 WPS seems a more traditional option with possibly more of a robust constitution - in my experience traditional/older styles are better made than anything that is modern/wizzy, not that this knowledge makes me shy away from new technology but just accepting of shorter lives and disposability. Then the question became, as I use the eco friendly green Eco Balls (and I must say they are very good - just throw them in the wash with nothing else), I don't use the detergent dispenser anymore and only wash on warm or cold washes, which model - W4449 and W3844 WPS - should it be? 13 spin levels (W4449) compared to 6 on the W3844 WPS sounds excessive but I am sure to use some of the features. The question is - is there any information on whether these green eco balls work well or badly with Miele and more specifically with these models. The real question is length of life - if I buy the modern technology rather than the tradtional one, an I buying something that will not last as long or need more repairs? Does anyone have any thoughts on this?