We really enjoyed this product this holiday season ( approximately 1 month). When we tried to take the lights down we realized several sections had simply severed from the connecting chords. We were left with disconnected sections scattered in the tree. Of the five lengths we purchased, only 2 survived. Unable to return- understandably due to the end of the holiday season.First year we had a chance to fully declarate. Made the outside of my house look greatLights work good. There are not as long as I thought.they are amazing I love themJust the right brightness, very easy to install, i have 4 together.This is a nice holiday item for sure. I only wish it had a way to control the speed of the falling snow effect. Nice long cord,Great Buy thanksWe loved these. Very cool effect. We ordered another set.