I've tried the water founts that Tractor Supply sells, and I believe this to be the best. Fills up easy and so long as you have the least bit of manual dexterity, putting the lid on is a cinch. Will it eventually break? Well that depends on if it's being exposed to extreme elements and being tossed around. It's thick plastic, but with anything that's exposed to years of sun or extreme cold, it can eventually break. I've also read that it can grow algae in it. Of course it can, there is water being poured into it and chickens drinking from it! If you're a reasonable person, you should probably wash it out once in a while! We like to add a few tablespoons of cider vinegar to every new fill. It makes the birds happy and keeps the algae away. No algae in mine yet in this summer in the hot Carolina sun. If you're looking for durability and ease of use, this is the water fount for you. The 1 gallon is also good for smaller applications.

No way! Second time I've purchased this brand product and the same thing has occurred... Plastic gets brittle and legs will break off. Plastic at the handle and legs end is VERY THIN! It's thick at the base but NOT where it needs to be stronger. No way I'd recommend this to anyone.