The PCS-10 is my first repair stand I've had a home so I don't have much to compare it to. It was very easy to put together out of the box. I have two very different road bikes-a late model carbon racing bike, and a 10 year old aluminum bike-with very differently shaped top-tubes and seat posts, but the stand works well with both of them. All good so far!
Between all family members we have 14 bikes, this has cut our work to a minimum, with being able to get the bike off the ground and to a comforatble working heigth, whether standing or sitting on a stool.
The better clamp is a PLUS over the PCS-9 model. Well worth the additional $$
I was hesitant to order this at first because Park Tool makes several other stands which are more expensive , but I am pleasantly surprised . It is really pretty heavy duty and in no way feels flimsy. Keep in mind that it is meant to be a mobile piece so will not feel like the bolted to the floor models in most bike shops but for my purposes minor repairs,adjustments,lube and tire changes this will be perfect.