I prefer speedloaders the best, HKS or 5 Star. But I do have a number of Tuff strips and especially during warmer seasons I usually just throw one or two in my pocket. I have had a number of my Tuff strips crack right down the middle, though its after a number of years, and they are always loaded. However I see them as wear items unlike speedloaders, so if I have to order a few new ones every other year I don't see that as a big issue.