I’ve had this weeder several years and I don’t use anything else! My hands and wrists never ache or get tired no matter how long I weed. It is perfect for dandelions or things with a tap root. Just dig in next to the center of the dandelion, push forward a tad to snap the root and then the dandelion is free to join the compost or trash pile! It doesn’t even leave a hole behind! Very rugged too. Its my favorite garden tool. I highly recommend this tool if you weed.