It all depends on what you want to do. Reloading is a very satisfying when developing a load for a certian rifle or pistol. Shooting a lot to develop that load can bring your shooting skills from bottom to top. I really enjoy reloading and shoot every week trying to get just a bit better group. But if you just want to throw a few rounds out at hunting season you might use factroy rounds. I have found that many rifles will not shoot factory rounds under 3' at 100 yards. But if that is good enough then go with it. There seems to be a notion that the only reason a person reloads is to save money. But with reloadingit isn't all about that, although I have saved a big bunch over the years. When taken serious it can be very fun and rewarding. I can still remember when I shot my first deer with my reload worked up just for my 22/250.