This was my first time installing a fiber glass tub unit, i normally put in steel or cast iron, which seem way more solid, but time will tell as far as durability. One plus right out the door was no chips, 50% of steel tubs i buy either have to be taken back or repaired because of a chip, so a definite positive not to have to worry about that, and its light enough that one guy can do it. The lines on the tub are also a lot cleaner than on a reg 
steel tub. Over all i was very pleased with the tub and the easy install!