I once had a treelounge, and it is definitely the most comfortable treestand I've ever used...once you're up the tree and have it securely tied off.

IMO, it has the worst foot climber on the market. I used a platform I built...then it was great to leave in the woods, on one tree, for rut all-day hunts.

I've used an ole man for years simply due to the portability.

The summit's I've used are fairly comfortable for 5-6 hrs only, but they're fairly portable and pretty quiet going up a tree.

Do yourself and your family a favor, and use a good harness...all the way up, while hunting, and down. It just doesn't take but about 2-3 more minutes to move your strap while climbing. IMHO.