I actually prefer Mathews right now. Next year I may switch, but I said that last year. My choice came down to three bows...the Icon, Legacy and Patriot. I preferred the Legacy and I don't regret my decision. I don't like Mathew's advertising and their outlandish claims. Mathew's commercials are slightly less "cheesey" than in years past, but they are still pretty bad. I don't like Mathew's unjustified animosity towards dual cam bows. I am going to look hard at another brand this year and Merlin is top on my list. I am worried about resale though. The Mathews name sells on Ebay (high resale value), but I am still going to look at other companies' line-ups...but I said that last year.