Types of tree stands make any difference?

[bckmasterpro]

I was flippin through the cabelas archery catalog lookin at the stand when I noticed the Travelling Starr by North Starr treestands and I remembered this post. The ladder straps to the trunk of the tree, so it doesn't stick out. It seems to me like its the same idea as a hang-on with stacking sticks. Seemed like a better alternative than other ladder stands. Only thing was it seemed a bit too pricey.