We have had this composter for a while now and it is holding up. The only complaint I have is that I don't like bugs so we keep it a good way away from the house. Also you should put it on some sort of stone pavers or something because any leakage will make the grass underneath it grow much faster than the grass around it. Which I suppose mean the compost is working lol. Also, before it is fuller it can be a bit wobbly when you are turning the handle so just be a little careful with that the first couple times before you get the hang of it. Overall it is easy enough that we are still composting!