Definitely on the pricier side for loofahs, but totally worth it for me. This is actually the second one I've bought, not because it stopped working, but because I left my old one at a hotel! I was so sad since this had been working so well for me to improve my skin and replace the scrubs that can clog up your shower, and just gave in and ordered another one. I had my previous one for over 2 years and it's held up great! Hardly ever had to charge it, battery is great. I love that this one is rechargeable, I have the face version as well, which requires batteries, and it is nice being able to recharge it. My only complaint is how difficult it is to find replacement heads! Luckily you don't have to replace them often, though, and if you use the silicon side, I don't think you have to replace it at all, just clean it well.