The 5 Best Handhelds of 2024 🏆

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  • Опубликовано: 26 дек 2024

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  • @Muench13
    @Muench13 День назад +709

    Bold move posting on the 26th. Anbernic still has time to release 5 more devices before the end of the year!

  • @RetroGameCorps
    @RetroGameCorps День назад +360

    Great list Bob, looking forward to that RP5 review 👀

  • @insertnameshow
    @insertnameshow День назад +50

    get this man to 1mil before the end of the year, come on people.

    • @insertnameshow
      @insertnameshow День назад

      15:18

    • @cheezeebred
      @cheezeebred День назад +6

      It's honestly pretty amazing that a channel focused on something so niche has so many subscribers already.

  • @blackreddevil19
    @blackreddevil19 День назад +12

    40xx v is a great device. It feels premium with a great dpad , form and a big screen. His hate for it is crazy

    • @YouJGSousa
      @YouJGSousa 19 часов назад

      That alone disqualified his list. One thing is not being in top 5, but a dishonorable mention? Like what ?

  • @ProjectionProjects2.7182
    @ProjectionProjects2.7182 День назад +21

    1:49 I find it funny to imagine multiple clones of Bob running around his house and doing different tasks lol.

  • @Rezzzkin
    @Rezzzkin День назад +56

    5. FP GBC 4:59
    4. Trim UI Brick 6:20
    3. Odin 2 mini 8:29
    2. Rg35 xxsp 10:53
    1. Rog Ally X 14:07

  • @LandonEmma
    @LandonEmma День назад +30

    Just upgraded from an old 3DS XL to a new Nintendo 2DS XL, and boy it is so much better, I love playing my 3DS games!

    • @astrovewlix
      @astrovewlix День назад +3

      You love playing your 3D games in 2D? Goundbreaking

    • @joshheyda7206
      @joshheyda7206 День назад

      What are your fav games so far? (Top 5) @LandonEmma

    • @spritsfal5088
      @spritsfal5088 День назад

      Care to explain why u prefer it over the 3ds xl?

    • @moofmastermadison
      @moofmastermadison День назад

      @@spritsfal5088tbh the 3D feature isn’t worth it. the console itself feels better in later versions imo

  • @clearelement1051
    @clearelement1051 День назад +43

    "Nintendo should make a tiny Nintendo Switch!"
    Nintendo Switch Lite:
    Am I just a joke to you? 😢

    • @theprophet2444
      @theprophet2444 День назад +5

      I don't understand him either, I have an Odin 2 here and played a bit of switch with it but eventually just switched back to my Switch for Switch games. Emulation for the switch is really bad actually, only some games run well from the get go (Kirby and the Forgotten Land) and others will run outright atrocious (hello Fire Emblem Three Houses). Just get a modded (OLED) switch, if you want to play Switch games. That said, the Odin 2 is great for anything else, you can put texture packs for PSP and GCN games on it, play at 5x or more res of the original systems, PS2 works quite well too for the most part.

    • @mrwoodcat
      @mrwoodcat День назад +10

      @@theprophet2444 he mean playing switch game is a small pocketable form is good (vita centric size). and nintendo should consider making a pocketable switch (switch lite is really isn't).

    • @ThatLovelyRose
      @ThatLovelyRose День назад +4

      I mean... If you watched the video, you'd know what he meant. He even explains it.

    • @s01itarygaming
      @s01itarygaming День назад +3

      The switch lite isn't tiny. Realistically the entire DS and 3ds line of handhelds are not tiny (although they are certainly small).

    • @Magusguile
      @Magusguile День назад

      Yeah, if you even have trouble putting a handheld into a cargo pants pocket without it peeking out... it certainly isn't pocketable. Makes sense to me, but I really doubt Nintendo will make this, though I think it would compliment better to the home console/optionally portable main console.

  • @Zx30
    @Zx30 День назад +22

    Agreed on The ROG Ally Pick. I have the extreme (good enough for me) and it's just so nice to have the option of Windows or Steam Deck in one machine.

    • @ultimatebreak827
      @ultimatebreak827 День назад +2

      Agreed but with the Lenovo legion go for me

    • @crestofhonor2349
      @crestofhonor2349 День назад +1

      @@ultimatebreak827 Legion Go is from 2023 so it wouldn't make it on the list

    • @ultimatebreak827
      @ultimatebreak827 День назад +1

      @@crestofhonor2349 I know, but the commenter was talking about the rog ally extreme which released in the same year as the legion go. Not talking about this year

  • @ItsMeNobody666
    @ItsMeNobody666 День назад +23

    I’m really surprised how much you hate the RG40xxv. It’s legitimately everything I wanted in one of these emulation handhelds. You have to remember most people don’t buy EVERY system like you do, and for someone that just gets a single device the RG40xxv is pretty killer. It fit all of my needs perfectly, big high quality screen, still portable, powerful enough to run everything I wanted to play, decent battery life. The only true negative is the thumb stick is mid.

    • @deluge6479
      @deluge6479 День назад +1

      Only having 1 thumb stick kills it for me

    • @LuisMontes
      @LuisMontes День назад

      @@deluge6479 that's enough for n64 and dreamcast

    • @Magusguile
      @Magusguile День назад +1

      I get his point, if the thumb stick is mid, why not get the same thing that folds in half and is more portable?

    • @LuisMontes
      @LuisMontes День назад +1

      @@Magusguile the stock firmware had an issue, the thumbstick is fine

    • @feahnorl
      @feahnorl 23 часа назад

      @@LuisMontesit’s really not fine. I installed the stick patch and while it’s better it’s not a good analogue stick.
      When I got the 406v I was surprised by how good were the sticks to the point I can’t use the h700 sticks anymore, even with gamma’s patch.

  • @jjss3055
    @jjss3055 День назад +20

    The surfshark promo was hilarious 😂🤣

  • @antonioseekie2804
    @antonioseekie2804 День назад +48

    the steam deck will forever be my baby

  • @justchan2443
    @justchan2443 День назад +12

    the rg35xxh is underrated 😔

  • @KevinRodriguez-lv1li
    @KevinRodriguez-lv1li День назад +6

    We're spoiled for choice! It is nice to have the options for everyone's specific use case.

  • @AzureStrikerRai
    @AzureStrikerRai День назад +21

    I have the 35XXSP but I switched to the 40XXV. The bigger screen and the single analog stick is amazing. I love running Knulli on it. I don't agree with it being on the dishonorable mentions list, but I get it. I love my 40XXV. I play it more than my Retroid Pocket 4 pro.

    • @hyperplayrpg
      @hyperplayrpg День назад +1

      Agreed!

    • @joeskienz
      @joeskienz День назад +2

      I agree. The D-Pad is better on the 40XXV too, which is super important for shooting and fighting games.

    • @toycoma98
      @toycoma98 День назад +2

      I have the SP, 40XXH, 40XXV, RP4pro, i always grab the 40XXV and play fight night round 3 psp when i go use the restroom

  • @Chamberz55
    @Chamberz55 День назад +6

    Best production in youtube gaming. Happy holidays Bob.

  • @HappyBlite
    @HappyBlite День назад +1

    RG35XX H is king for me
    Loving the comfort and ease of use

  • @MithosDagon
    @MithosDagon День назад +2

    For me it was the Ally X then Odin 2 Mini. It was nice to see the Odin 2 Mini getting some love as everyone seems to treat it like the Pocket Air when the Odin 2 was announced.

  • @SirSicCrusader
    @SirSicCrusader День назад +6

    I think I'm probably gonna grab myself a RP5 after the festive period, that thing looks me as heck!

  • @matts1978
    @matts1978 День назад +6

    17:32 dude you crack me up!

  • @MrJerkfaceKevin
    @MrJerkfaceKevin День назад +2

    Received the ROG Ally early in December and it feels like the best of all worlds, I can imagine the Ally X being the Switch OLED of PC handhelds

  • @JohnnyFiction
    @JohnnyFiction День назад +3

    AllyX feels like a cheap toy tho and ergonomics aren't ideal. Steam Deck is still the winner

  • @hyperplayrpg
    @hyperplayrpg День назад +10

    RG40XXV = dishonorable? It's the peak of budget verticals. Could not be happier with it. Did a 'Top 5 Tips' on it just today. A real beauty.
    Still, all opinions are valid and this is a nice vid as always. Thanks man and happy hols.

    • @LuisMontes
      @LuisMontes День назад

      I have all the h700 devices besides the latest and the 40xxv is easily my favorite

    • @XOmniverse
      @XOmniverse День назад +1

      It's such a steal for the price, too. Build quality is awesome and the screen looks great.

  • @eduardofrances
    @eduardofrances День назад +5

    Thanks for letting people know about Asus warranty issues! Happy holidays bob🎉

  • @Bader.official
    @Bader.official День назад +17

    What about steam deck?

    • @Space64
      @Space64 День назад +26

      the deck is like 3 years old dawg

    • @Bader.official
      @Bader.official День назад +1

      @ sorry i just bought it this year 🤣

    • @Dracossaint
      @Dracossaint День назад +8

      Yeah, I think he's sticking to this year's releases or once he's really reviewed this year.

    • @Kevin-sl3gk
      @Kevin-sl3gk День назад +6

      I mean.. the Rog Ally did get #1 because of all the great work and improvements Valve has done with Linux / Steam OS.

    • @fresco_dinero5155
      @fresco_dinero5155 День назад +1

      Even if steam deck released this year, it will still fall short to the Rog Ally x

  • @Octav2000
    @Octav2000 День назад +4

    I just got a rog ally x and I put bazite on it and I love it!

  • @GodRizzla420
    @GodRizzla420 21 час назад

    Yeah these Ad segments are the best ive ever seen, i always look forward to whatever skits you do for them!

  • @LuisMontes
    @LuisMontes День назад +1

    what ?!?!
    The 40xxv is my favorite Anberic so far.
    4 inch screen, thin bezel, pocketable.
    The analog stick hardware is fine. Knulli fixed the cardinal snapping. No reason to use the junk stock firmware.

  • @eropoke
    @eropoke День назад +4

    Handhelds are cool

  • @owlenderg
    @owlenderg День назад

    I imported a Japanese n3dsLL for Christmas and modded it to be North American Firmware
    It has been a fantastic experience so far, especially coming from a broken old 3ds xl

  • @ToyKeeper
    @ToyKeeper День назад

    2024 was the year I got into handhelds... and it turns out the best one was a cheap phone with a controller and clip. The phone is used only for gaming, and has no SIM.
    Pro: Super comfy to use for hours, amazing oled screen, good sound, powerful enough to match a Retroid Pocket 4 (ish), great build quality, great battery life, and reasonably inexpensive.
    Con: Complicated to root and set up, not very convenient for use away from home, a couple Android-specific Retroarch bugs.
    I tried some retro handhelds first, but they hurt my hands so I switched to a full controller and had a much better time.

  • @XOmniverse
    @XOmniverse День назад +3

    It's funny that you hate the RG40XXV so much. It's my favorite of the year because I love vertical handhelds and it has a big ol 4" display that looks really nice.
    And I say this as someone who owns the RG35XXSP and the FunnyPlaying FPGBC also.

  • @youraveragedillon5958
    @youraveragedillon5958 День назад +1

    Rog ally X is a game changer.

  • @ZeroStako
    @ZeroStako День назад

    One of my top wishes for 2025 is a handheld that can properly emulate DS, 3DS and be powerful enough to run PSP games. If I get that, I'll be a very happy camper.

  • @JerryMeehanJr
    @JerryMeehanJr День назад +3

    bob you forgot the actual best handheld of 2024 was when we held hands

    • @fresco_dinero5155
      @fresco_dinero5155 День назад

      Ally is the greatest held to be handed of all time

  • @christopherhart7008
    @christopherhart7008 День назад +5

    I will admit I love the rg40xx but I did get it for the holidays and not at launch

    • @xTiLkx
      @xTiLkx День назад +1

      It's one of the most popular and beloved Anbernic devices of this year, very weird to give it a dishonorable mention.

  • @MarcoMeatball
    @MarcoMeatball День назад

    Loved this vid

  • @LuisPerez-5
    @LuisPerez-5 День назад +5

    3:32 you can send that to me. I'll put it to good use

  • @osmosisp
    @osmosisp День назад +2

    Retroid pocket 5 for the win! I'm liking it a lot, I wasn't expecting to run that many switch games.

  • @Thatoneguyofc
    @Thatoneguyofc День назад +2

    Handhelds are fun, i cant wait untill tech gets better ant they become more powerful and efficient icl

  • @edwardgreenjr167
    @edwardgreenjr167 День назад +1

    Thank you for a great year of content man. Happy Holidays.

  • @skycloud4802
    @skycloud4802 День назад

    I think the main strength and hindrance of the RG Ally is that it's not Steam OS. It comes with the upsides and downside of Windows, whilst losing the track pads and extra buttons. I think Steam Deck has a nicer way of doing a 'console-ification' of pc gaming. Everything is such a nest package that it's easy to momentarily forget it's a pc.

  • @thatzaliasguy
    @thatzaliasguy День назад +1

    #1 still the Steam Deck OLED for me. Price-to-Performance just can't be beat, and I also just dual-boot Windows 11 entirely off a separate microSD card for like the 5 games that I'd even care to play on a handheld PC that need Windows; but even then, I'll usually just stream my desktop to my Deck in the same house. If you want a handheld to _compliment_ your existing gaming PC, just get a Steam Deck.

  • @stephengreyling980
    @stephengreyling980 День назад

    "social media garbage" - perfect description...

  • @John-jc3ty
    @John-jc3ty День назад +1

    when steamOS comes out, its gonna help a ton with the performance of all the windows handhelds

  • @mrwoodcat
    @mrwoodcat День назад +1

    RG35XXSP should be no.1
    the thing and everything around it is just soo good it feels like anomaly

  • @kokas466
    @kokas466 День назад

    it's crazy that the sp is making all top lists I've been watching

  • @8bitchiptune420
    @8bitchiptune420 23 часа назад

    RP5 for me is the best retro handheld for 2024.

  • @selfmademusic206
    @selfmademusic206 20 часов назад

    the 40xx V is my favorite of the year.

  • @Renbits
    @Renbits День назад +1

    i bet the RP5 will replace your odin 2 mini, even if its not as powerful

  • @WhiteInk47
    @WhiteInk47 День назад +2

    I just got an Fpgbc for Christmas and I adore it. Such a fun little device

  • @d0minant24
    @d0minant24 День назад

    I personally sold my dual-booted Ally X and went and got the Steam Deck OLED LE, the same smoke black translucent one you got there. Just preferred having a slightly bigger OLED display, touchpads and additional macro buttons. I didn’t care for the additional power and battery life of the Ally X as I use my gaming PC to stream from most of the time. Great list though, and I agree, Ally X was handheld of the year. Even though I didn’t keep it, Asus fixed improved a lot on the original Z1E and my experience overall with it was great. Now, I really want the SP.

  • @phrozenliquidz
    @phrozenliquidz День назад +1

    35XX SP and GPD win mini for me this year

  • @apollolux
    @apollolux День назад

    For PC/gaming handhelds to be a "saturated market," especially in our capitalistic western society, that presumes that not only supply generally outpaces demand, but also that over time the prices for these products generally trend downward. I'm certainly not seeing prices go down for these products, despite how ultimately same-y the overwhelming majority of them are (especially the "similar internals, slightly different look" release model from companies like Anbernic or Powkiddy).

  • @Centaursixtysix
    @Centaursixtysix День назад

    It’s fun seeing a top 5 list in 2025

  • @TheFilmGuyOfficial
    @TheFilmGuyOfficial День назад +1

    The ally x makes me regret buying OG ally! It’s so much better and it’s also not worth upgrading to from the OG

  • @gulla04
    @gulla04 День назад +4

    Steam deck oled refurbished.
    You’re welcome

  • @z3razerviper
    @z3razerviper День назад

    I am loving my Modretro Chromatic....

  • @TheBlueArcher
    @TheBlueArcher День назад +3

    damn what perfect timing. I was looking for a best value handheld, and though... didn't wulff make a video about it? and,.... wait... WHAT? 5 minutes ago?! lol

  • @BroadcastsFromPoorFarm
    @BroadcastsFromPoorFarm День назад

    happy new year bob

  • @Celcey24
    @Celcey24 День назад

    Normally a lot of that handheld stuff confuses me, in part because they've all got those stupid letter names and I can't tell them from Adam, and in part because none of them seems to do everything well enough. But this is actually pretty encouraging. I was thinking about just getting a Steam Deck next time I pick up a console, but hearing about how the Ally works makes me reconsider. I'm not pulling the plug yet, but I'm keeping my eye on this space

  • @McSmurfy
    @McSmurfy День назад +1

    Such a great thumbnail and I have thought of just having some of these, but I have to remind myself that the Steam Deck is all I need.

  • @pmlabowicz3903
    @pmlabowicz3903 День назад

    Bought a steam deck this black Friday and am absolutely loving it. I can now take my wow addiction on the go!

  • @timbusbee1483
    @timbusbee1483 День назад

    Funny Play does sell as a fully built model for $99 and it's pretty impressive. Not as pretty as the analogue pocket, but very serviceable for playing GB/GBC games

  • @zinkpopovitch9519
    @zinkpopovitch9519 День назад +2

    Valve fan boys aren't gonna like this one

  • @TheDeadlyTikka
    @TheDeadlyTikka 18 часов назад

    Happy to see the Ayn Odin 2 Mini. Bought one earlier this year and been playing it non stop

  • @Lost_n_Found_1
    @Lost_n_Found_1 День назад

    Gotta say I prefer the TrimUI Smart Pro with a grip over the Brick.

  • @Chris.Batchelor
    @Chris.Batchelor День назад

    “I’ll bd back in 30-90 seconds” has me dead

  • @ewoutverheij4745
    @ewoutverheij4745 День назад

    I really like the reviews of all the handhelds that Bob puts out. Got a lot to think about when I want a more modern handheld for myself.
    Meanwhile though i’m pretty content with my Modded “New”3DS.
    Sure it’s old, but the modding community truly gave the system a second life.
    If you’re willing to look around & tinker within the software, you can squeeze a lot of fun out of the system.

  • @ChristopherToro
    @ChristopherToro День назад

    10:14 What game is that?

  • @HearMeLearn
    @HearMeLearn День назад +1

    I think you're missing the point of the odin 2 portal, you should definitely review it so you understand why it's a thing

  • @CasepbX
    @CasepbX День назад +1

    Been liking the Retroid Pocket 5 for the most part, except the speakers on mine are painfully to listen to past 70% volume though. I don't think I've ever heard speakers so awful before on a handheld device. If I could just turn the treble down it would help, but that option is not available in the OS sadly and 3rd party apps do nothing to help.

  • @NaraMakesGames
    @NaraMakesGames 22 часа назад

    AYANEO Pocket DMG is my end-all device. Retired me from the game.

  • @danedi2951
    @danedi2951 День назад

    You do better sponsorship ads than any youtuber i know, and I play YT vids in the background 6-8 hours per day....

  • @kelesar
    @kelesar День назад

    What is the game at 16:20?

  • @OrichalkosTV
    @OrichalkosTV День назад

    If the Game awards with getting adding DLC and remasters as nominees to awards than Wulff Den can certainly add a handheld he modified with a custom Steam OS ad one of his picks

  • @J0kerHecz
    @J0kerHecz 22 часа назад

    This year I guess I got into handhelds although I own two: This summer I got myself a Anbernic RG556 and love the thing. I use it for emulators before Wii, Android games and PS5 Remote play. Heck I take it with me. Got it on sale, wished the RGCube was on sale too but sadly it wasn’t otherwise I would’ve went for that just for the small form factor. About a week ago, I got myself an ROG Ally Z1E and I regret not buying one when it released. My god, I felt a kid with his GBA again. I’ve been so hooked onto it. Haven’t upgraded my old PC in many years, used it for work but this Ally was an upgrade for me. Became my gaming and work PC. I didn’t bother adding Bazzite cuz well ehh, don’t really care. I upgraded the storage with a 1TB SSD that I got on sale during Black Friday, although I probably should’ve went with a 2TB lol. But man I loved playing the games I bought over the years on Steam, as well as the freebies from Epic Store, PC versions of certain Android /iOS games, using MnKB or my Gulikit KK3M controller. I used the 512GB SSD (Bought an enclosure for it) to store PS3 and Switch emulators. Also used PS5 Remote play with PSPlay, which I used the Android and iOS versions, never failed me. I still need to get a portable charger for it….. although I probably won’t bring it around with me. I’ll just remote play using the RG556 using Moonlight.
    Next handheld I’ll probably get is the RP5, looks like a good size for me.

  • @crispypop4461
    @crispypop4461 День назад +2

    Legit was thinking this right now 😂 that Christmas money got me

  • @davidwarburton4236
    @davidwarburton4236 День назад

    Literally the only RUclips channel for which I look forward to the sponsored segments 😂

  • @pobbityboppity1110
    @pobbityboppity1110 День назад +1

    The SP is definitely my device of the year. Playing FF7 on it literally right now after finishing Rebirth earlier.
    I still don’t really care for those Asus ROG devices. The performance improvements over the Deck are incremental and you pay for them in worse performance at lower wattages. I also don’t trust Asus at all anymore.

  • @fresco_dinero5155
    @fresco_dinero5155 День назад

    Ally and Ally x is very hard to beat. The screen alone is the ONLY 1080p 7inch 120hz VRR screen with 97% color accuracy
    Best handhelds out. Hands down. Steam deck is only good for ease of use

  • @mykeb1557
    @mykeb1557 День назад

    Spent $120+ usd on Retroid pocket 3. Almost another $100 on the 3+ upgrade kit. Year or so later, the screen is completely garbage now. Ips burn in?.. & retroid doesn’t make screens / won’t do anything about it now… I won’t ever support them again. Anbernic quality control is significantly better, & service. Half dozen handhelds now ZERO problems.

  • @Burgundy245
    @Burgundy245 День назад +1

    What's the soft case for the Trimui Brick?

  • @PSYCHOV3N0M
    @PSYCHOV3N0M День назад

    Options are great for consumers.

  • @Allwayskind6
    @Allwayskind6 День назад

    Hell yeah happy new year man
    sleep sounds good lol

  • @kakazi2170
    @kakazi2170 20 часов назад

    8:53 "I did it legitimately"
    8:55 "I moved them from my *hacked* Vita-"

  • @enoclandero3033
    @enoclandero3033 День назад

    I love my Vita!

  • @nafay142
    @nafay142 День назад

    What’s that game at 4:06?

  • @Kingeseryt8105
    @Kingeseryt8105 День назад +2

    Ok so this may sound like a stupid question but I'm gonna ask any I have a budget of $150 to $200 I wanna get me something to emulate games on but I'm not sure whether to go the retro handheld route or mini PC or used PC route anything advice is welcome and thank you in advance
    So context I'm more interested in PS1 ,PS2 and PSP

    • @ultimatebreak827
      @ultimatebreak827 День назад +3

      Definitely get the retroid pocket 4 pro. Maybe even retroid pocket 5 if you can stretch that budget by like $30 or dollars

  • @flatfeelings
    @flatfeelings День назад

    Looking forward to TrimUi SP next year. Would be great if there was a clamshell handheld with brick's hardware specs.

  • @cyber7550
    @cyber7550 22 часа назад

    Great review Borski loved it thanks man Happy New Year🤘

  • @TimothyStuder
    @TimothyStuder День назад

    I'm really disappointed you didn't get to review the RP5/Mini. I think it would be in your top 5 if you had a chance to review it. It's at a great place with power, screen, battery and price.

  • @---ey6hj
    @---ey6hj День назад

    I like the Lenovo Legion Go more than the Ally X, just because there is so much versatility with it, and with some customization with grips and Bazzite and being like 300 dollars cheaper than the x with a bigger screen and a trackpad for strategy games. The only it’s really lacking is the ram, but it’s good though for most steam games

  • @SuperZippocollector
    @SuperZippocollector День назад +1

    I'll stick with my legion go

  • @eleazar0399
    @eleazar0399 День назад

    Which of these is best straight out the box?

  • @TheCaptainNash
    @TheCaptainNash День назад

    What is this game at 8:18?

  • @TheDarkestPhoenix
    @TheDarkestPhoenix День назад

    I still don't want a PC handheld without touch pads. Steam Deck ruined me, it's just so much better playing a shooter with a control scheme that makes sense. Or having a touch pad if I want to play third person click titles. Or any other number of uses a actual mouse would have.

  • @Danominator
    @Danominator День назад +1

    Bro you can't just open your video with Chibi-Robo Photo Finder music and expect me not to notice

  • @astrovewlix
    @astrovewlix День назад

    Hey Bob! USB4 ≠ Thunderbolt 4

  • @danielhulan3058
    @danielhulan3058 День назад

    We need market saturation in these markets because they drive the price down. Yeah you might run into copies and crappy ones but for the most part they are good for the market and consumers.