Going from a free standing to an integrated machine was a worry for me. I adored my Samsung Eccobubble! I chose the washer dryer for our new kitchen as we used to have a dryer in our garden (no space in the kitchen) but hardly used it as it was so far away.
Again, I was worried about the combination of the two...
I can tell you right now, this machine is a wee powerhouse. I absolutely LOVE IT. It's as quiet as a mouse, I often have to check it's still on - and we're in an open plan space.
It definitely washes better than my Samsung - and that did a fabulous job... And it dries beautifully too - I'm trying to play about with drying cycles just now so the items don't crease so much... But I know I have them on the wrong setting.
After researching and researching for months, I'm so glad I chose this Aeg. Hopefully it lasts a good few years... Go buy it, you won't be disappointed!