What's the longevity of this product? Am I going to spend $40 and only have this for a year or two before it breaks?
1561094
Probably depends how many times you reuse it and how you care for it between starts. I would think replacing the actual seed cups a good idea for cleanliness alone but the heat mat will keep working for many uses.
1561095
I haven't had mine for years yet, so I can't address the question truthfully. I will say that in my opinion spending $40 and getting a couple of years use would still be a good deal if it helps get your cuttings (or seeds) rooted, but I don't see why (with care) the unit won't provide years of service.
1561096
I've had a couple of the mats for 5-6 years- they have no moving parts and are waterproof, probably the biggest danger to their longevity would be putting sharp bends in the cord.
1668624
Uh.. ye-ah! Seriously, this things dont last forever. What's the alternative.. get it repaired? Good luck with that.I'm not being a smart ass.. I'm realistic. At the price you originally paid, a unit with reparable parts would be 2 -3 times more expensive.
1232493
Mine was under $50 10ish years ago. Now I can't afford to replace it...what's up with this price???
643564
Are you considering buying this product? If so I can answer a lot of your question. I've had mine for about 2 years
515656
ours broke too. we still are able to use it though. i haven't looked into a replacement yet, sorry.
2277191
I purchased one back in Dec 2013. Mine broke in Sept 2014Nine months still seems a bit too soon for this to happen, especially since I've tried a few different ones and this one has been the best by far.
2069138
I think I might have had mine for a year now but I would be surprised if it makes it 2 years. It's weak and the immersion blender attachment stopped locking in properly after a few uses.
2051714
Seeing as I am mechanically inclined, I would try taking it apart to see if it could be fixed and then probably throw it in the garbage. For the price it isn,t worth paying to have it fixed . I bought two with the idea that they might last for a couple of years and then be replaced.
344265
I do still have this and I still use it occasionally. I haven't had any issues with it at all. If you are looking for something consistent to use every day I wouldn't be sure on this, just because I haven't ever used it that consistently, but it has been 2+ years and it still works. Hope that helps!
1097283
Still didn't have to repair or replace parts so I don't know. Considering that I have been using mine since October 2013 with no problems, I think buying a new one if it breaks would not be such a big issue considering the price of $74,18. I think placing it properly and checking the batteries after a couple of months for corrosion will help it last.
1318709
Hi! I did such hard research about this product right before I bought it, and I remember reading somthing about it lasting about a year or 2....I hope this helps!
695667
It's pretty small...Check the measurements. Don't think you'll find anything cheaper. The plastic legs on the bottom will break quickly. You'll probably want to get extended warranty if you buy it.
1229889
I have had mine for 9 months or so now and have had no problems. I don't use it as much as I should but when I do it works well. Hopefully it will last a long time.
1961697
It is gauranteed to not break for one year.after that year you pay for repairs. Mine is two years old and still working fine.
45666
Mine broke after my second time of using it. My guess is that it's broken.It's not durable at all.
353321
Yep, I will state again this product is designed to last until just after the warranty is up and then turns into landfill. If you are thinking about buying it, don't. If you are still within warranty and it starts slowing down get it replaced NOW.
97772
I've had mine for about 2 years, I guess, and have no problems with it. But then again, I'm not using it all the time. Seems to be well made. It certainly is heavy! Have had no need for warranty repairs.