I have 2 Doc's Recliners. I bought one in 1996 and just recently bought the updated, powder coated "new style". I feel the foot climber on the Doc's is far superior to my hunting buddy's Tree Lounge in that it gets you away from the tree so you can have better control of the stand as you climb. Also I didn't like the "TL's" wooden platform that is sold as a bow hunting "option". I feel the Doc's is a lot safer to use and it's really easy to "turn around" after reaching the height you want. It is true they are heavy but I feel my safety and comfort are worth the trouble.