I have the Xlander. I have had it for a few years and am happy with it. I was told by a few top goose guys that you want to stay away from the spring loaded doors. If you bump them, they fly open then the dog jumps and birds flair. Anyway the 4 guys I hunt with all have different models and everyone is happy with theres. We live on the wet side so driving out in the fields is usally not an option, so we are usually packing them. If that is the case make sure they have pack straps.