We bought this pitcher 2 years ago when we got married and it has lasted this long. We were a little rough with it, so the bottom of the handle has cracked and pulls away from the pitcher now. The integrity of the pitcher is completely fine, but the little spout at the bottom doesn't pour very well now. We use it so much we will have to just buy another one! We may even get a slightly larger one since we filter so much water during one day. This is pretty good for moderate use in a household of 2.