Its fast, pulls back smooth, center shot, shock free, quiet etc. How would I rate it? I can only rate it against my Chek-Mate Crusader and TD Hunter. It's far better to shoot then either one. I like the handle which is more like a compound bow handle, nice and slim and fits my hand and it really does a good job reducing torque. The only draw back I see is that compared to many other bows it kinda ugly but it sure does make up for that when you shoot it.