I've heard good things and bad things. Some say that they are too cheaply made and you will have trouble. Others say that they are just fine and at a much better price. I think you take the risk of not having a good brand name and/or customer service if/when it does have trouble. Personally, I would rather spend a little more to get that little bit of assurance, but that's just my opinion. I've never had any dealings with the Jebo products other than a heater, and that has worked fine for me (but then I also have 2 others in that tank, lol).