I have both and have had other brands in the past that also died. I am thinking of adding another fountain because they are work horses of the house. The best input I would offer is to make sure the resevior is large enough for your use. I bought the largest that would fit my space, and I have to fill it every day. I keep a gallon of water next to the unit to refil. I wishj I had space for a larger unit so that I didn't have to pour water into it twice a day.