I think the EDP strikes a nice balance in platforms, but never got one.
I have the Ambush-es (Ambush and diy Ambush .5) as well as a RRxl. There's a lot I like about the RRxl.
I've no experience with the Predator XL, but think it looks good too. However, it's a cast platform and lacks the beef of the Trophyline platforms.
If you don't mind, I think it'd be helpful to know whats led you to edp#1, Ambush #2. You've a lot more experience than me, and many others. (Probably why I favor extra space).
Btw, I'm 6'3, 215 (lost a couple lbs recently). Even at 230-240, no problems with what I've used. (Including a .5 treestand)
I’ll start with I’ve been a ROS in conjunction with top of my stick for 4 years until this season.. still used it but used my EDP more. I always wanted to love platforms but never found one that was solid enough w/o being a treestand.
Started with a diy lone wolf seat platform plus Ernie kit. Too small & didn’t like side pressure.
Got ahold of a Klemz & liked it but it was small & I was nervous that I was gonna break it camming over.
Was one of the first batch of predator gen one owners. Same concerns as the klemz. Lack of material sketched me out.
Next up was the gen 1 ambush, no Bueno!! Squeaked & flexed a lot.
Finally got my hands on a unicorn, like new LW Asassin. No complaints other than weight, absolutely rock solid & plenty of room.
Once I got a mission the assassin was overpriced version of the same. Didn’t need the extra bulk of material once I had the 2 side by side. Both were sold due to size.
Tried both scouts & RR, scouts were too small & don’t like RR shape.
Also tested every version of onestick /platform……
Too good of a deal to pass up on a gen 2 ambush which was a noticeable improvement over gen 1
Would still have it but traded for an EDP…… kept it & picked up a spare.
So when I give a complete account it’s rather embarrassing but I did find what I like the best!