For reference, I’ve been using this beam heater for a year now, probably 4-5 times a week on average.This has worked very well for the last year with regular usage. I have not run into issues with the glass cracking or other things other reviewers have mentioned. I should say that I do make sure neither the heating glass or the syphon glass has any water on them before using it though.If I have to take away points for something, it would be the shiny gold material used for the top of the base. It seems pretty cheap and is very susceptible to scraping from the base of the syphon holder. You can see my attached picture for images of the scratches. I did manage to curb further scratching after noticing this by putting tape on the bottom on my syphon holder, but it is something to note. Other than that issue, this has worked well with regular use. I have a bigger stovetop syphon, but I enjoy the level at which I can control the heat on this one over the stovetop ones.3 year edit: Everything is still working as described above, both original fuse and bulb. The only problem is the glass has started to crack, so I ordered a replacement. But I did get almost 3 years out of it so that’s fine to me.