I won't know if something is better for me unless I try it. So if within reason and my budget I buy it to find out. Not long ago I saw this and thought how would that make much difference. It was on sale so I ordered it. I use it now all the time. It really makes pressing open seams a breeze. It is a clapper too so it is sturdy and won't move while pressing. I have a regular clapper but this one is longer and heavier.
https://www.checkerdist.com/products/TGQ138