You should know what the Eco Cycle on your washing machine actually does! The Normal Cycle uses more water and heat to get your clothes clean fast. But it comes at a cost, higher energy use and sometimes more wear on fabrics. The Eco Cycle saves energy by using lower temperatures and less water, but it washes longer to compensate (this increases the amount of mechanical action or rubbing). In the case of this washer, 15 minutes longer. I hope this little pie chart comparison may help you visuali