Climber is easier setup but real big and bulky to carry thru woods allowing stand to hit every tree branch. It is easy to transport a saddle and sticks with a lot less bulk, weight and also quieter. On my lease I have pre set trees with screw in steps and sticks already in place so all I have to carry is saddle and platform. I keep a set of sticks at home for when I want to try a new spot. Seems to help me with setup. I try and setup with a lot of back cover so I can get away with alittle movement.