Purchased this tree in early 2018 and thus far enjoyed two beautiful Christmas Seasons. The lights are plentiful and the 3 pieces are easy to stack together.  It is heavie than our previous tree . We purchased a tree bag and it is stored in an outside shed, so it has endured  over 2 full years of INTENSE HEAT (over 100 degrees) at times.  We haven’t had any lighting issues or branch issues-and it does not shed easily. It’s beautiful and very true to a live tree  - very happy with this product!