I think you will see more deer and be amazed by what you have been missing. I have used tree stands for the past eight years and I have killed more deer in the tree stand than out of it. My two hunting partners just bought their first tree stands last year and they can't get over what a difference it makes. I use the viper XLS and it works great. I'm sure you will be happy with whatever brand you buy. My advise is to buy the lightest one you can.