I've read repeatedly that this thing breaks easily. Any experience?
1423050
I use this regularly in a professional capacity and have had very little issues with it. Surely, it won't hold up like an Arri FF would, but it is nice for the price. The rubber lens gear is the only issue I have, but if you buy 3rd party adapters you should be well set. I'd recommend it.
1423051
It is a very solid construction. I have had mine for a number of months now and still no sign of breaking.
1423052
I have not had this experience with it; it has worked well for me. That said, my usage has been relatively light. This is a lower-cost device, so to some degree you probably get what you pay for and if you're doing a significant amount of mission-critical production, I would probably suggest spending more for something more durably constructed.
1423053
The only issue I've had is the gear itself seems to have a post made of aluminum. Mine got bent up because it was not packed properly after a shoot. I simply took a small block of foam and stick the gear in it when in transit so the post can't get bent again. The unit itself is solid as can be, it would take A LOT of deliberate abuse or some really high drops to break it in any way.
1105515
Well, I sent it back and they replaced it. The new one did not break and we have had it for several months. H
1464397
It depends on how you use it, My 92yr old friend uses it every day and hasn't had any problems with it. I know 2 older friends who use it and love it. Nothing broke yet.
45666
Mine broke after my second time of using it. My guess is that it's broken.It's not durable at all.
1423690
Interesting. Mine broke too. I had forgotten about the 100% guarantee. Pls post what you find out.
683987
I cannot honestly answer that question as I have never encountered an issue with this item breaking. I apologize I don't have a more informed answer.
1629244
I've had mine for a few months and use it weekly. So far so good. But if it were to break, I would get a sturdier, stronger version @ www.violetwands.com.
1888660
I have one new. I have used it a couple times. Did not break. Be sure that all steps hitch together. Sometimes they will slide but not always click in place
1384156
Mine broke during this particular exercise. It hurt LOL. I bought the 4 pack from home complete afterwards and haven't had an issue yet.
608223
Mine cracked while I was taking it out of the box. Amazon was great about returning it though, and I got all my $$$ back. I ended up buying the big machine and haven't had any problems with it.Good luck.Connie Banry
921292
Mine broke too--I had the same problem. I certainly won't buy this brand again.
1721983
Yeah, same exact thing with mine. I've seen some other comments online that indicate people's microwaves are breaking in this fashion after a year or two. I've had mine just over 2 years, and here to purchase another. Mine was fine right up until the point it started failing, exactly like yours. I just don't think these microwaves are super tough.
2217822
That has not been my experience. Mine broke when I hit it against the kitchen sink accidentally.
50932
Mine broke after one month. My sister had one too. It broke also. Maybe 6months. I don't recommend.
1186407
Don't but it. Only used it twice and then it broke. Zero help from the manufacturer.
1630316
I have the same issue. I've had mine several months without issue, but feel the day will come that the button breaks. I bought another brand (emsa) at around the same time - it was a bit more $ but works so much better
2127639
Mine just broke after about 3 weeks. I don't think it is significantly more durable than other options. Hoping the warranty swap is easy.