We really don't like our front loader. The water saver feature sucks.
Next one will be a top loader with agitator.
Charlie, you are using to much soap. Wash your clothes a couple of times without any soap. You will be surprised at how much soap is left in your clothes from the previous washes. Also, liquid fabric softener will break down excess foam, but will not help rinse the excess soap out.
I have cleaned many messes up from excessive soap usage.