I loved this tree when I got it. It's the perfect size, easy to put together, and very pretty. But, this is only my third Christmas to use it, and multiple sections of the lights have gone out this year. I had a previous pre-lit tree for over 6 years and, while a few bulbs burned out, whole sections of the lights never went out. I do expect more quality, and for a pre-lit tree, it should be designed so that if one bulb goes out, it doesn't affect the rest of the string. It's really frustrating.