I use several hangon stands, all different brands. From a cheapie I found at Sam's club several years ago to my expensive Lone Wolf Assault that I use when wanting to move around or trying a new area . If you plan on leaving the stand up for extended periods I would opt for a good but cheaper stand. No need to have an expensive stand stolen.

For climbing sticks I only use the Lone Wolf sticks. I bought an '07 set and they are improved over the older sets. More distance between the tree and actual step gives more footroom now. I lovem.