Functional, but cheap - NcStar Precision Grade Bipod Compact w/ 3 Adapters

I have two Harris bipods that I love, and decided to try out this one for a new rifle because it is almost a quarter of the price of a good Harris bipod with a pivot. The reviews said that the quality and construction was as good as much more expensive bi-pods, but I disagree. The finish looks like a Fischer-Price toy, there is a sticky residue all over the unit from the factory, and (maybe this was just mine) it was not level at minimum height of the legs. In addition, I found the length adjustment mechanism to be very annoying. Usually on bipods with adjustable length, they are spring loaded to extend when you push a button or a catch. This bipod is the opposite - the button/catch retracts (with a LOT of tension) the leg extention into the bipod. So, it's really annoying to extend the legs. There also aren't notches, so you have to eye-ball both of the legs to make sure they're extended to the same length. I had to put the rifle in between my legs, push the catch with one hand, and extend the legs with the other hand. In contrast, you can extend and retract Harris bipods with one hand, and the notches ensure the legs are even length.

Is this bipod worth the $30 I paid for it? Maybe. If it's for an inexpensive plinker, then you'd be OK with this bipod. But it is NOT up to par for a prescision shooter.
Pros: Inexpensive, good length of arms
Cons: Cheaply constructed, no adjustment if not level

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.