I have had this for over 2 years and it is still working. It took a little getting used to how to use it best. I fill it with a hose, and place it on a cinder block with a small plastic tub underneath to catch any splashed water. I will admit that the first few times I turned it over after filling it I spilled water and a couple of times the base came off after filling it. Once the plastic that secures the base and top became a little scuffed up that didn't happen again.
