It's not this model in particular, but I've had two others that the charging port wore out. The only hope I have about this one maybe lasting longer is that it's rechargeable. So it doesn't have to be plugged in all of the time. They are much more expensive now too. The last one that I got came with a bunch of diamond painting supplies. Not any more. All you get is the light. I have plenty of supplies and really don't need more, but it's nice to get extra. So while I don't have high expectations, it just might last longer. Either way, this will be the last light that I buy