SwitchBot Curtain 3 Limited Durability

I purchased 3 pairs (6 units) of SwitchBot Curtain 3 devices about two years ago.

Just before the 1-year warranty expired, one unit failed—the drive wheel lost torque and could no longer reliably move the curtain. Support replaced it under warranty.

Since then, two additional units have failed in the same way: one about a month ago, and another just last week. These are now out of warranty, so replacements would be at my expense.

At this failure rate (3 out of 6 units within ~2 years), I have serious concerns about long-term durability. These devices work well when new, but I would expect a product like this to last at least 5 years—ideally much longer.

Given my experience, I would hesitate to invest further unless reliability improves.

I wanted to follow-up. I gave in and decided to purchase another Curtain 3 (my spouse got used to the convenience) and I received an updated version (Type B I believe). So far, that model seems more reliable. It's been over a month and so far so good.