The stand isn't ideal, so I decided to hang it instead. My only concern with hanging it is the distance from the treatment area. But I'm sure I'll find a solution to make it work for me. I also like that the cord has a switch, so I don't have to unplug the device between uses. I can't really comment on how this red light compares to other at-home devices, as I've only ever used red light therapy at my gym, which was time-consuming and expensive. Now that I have my at-home device, I'll be using red light therapy much more frequently (as opposed to the gym), which hopefully will even out any potential differences in light intensity or quality. I'm glad to have this light device, as trying to drive to the gym didn't work out, and I can now use it almost anytime. This device fits my needs and lifestyle well, and I'm overall satisfied with it. I love it and feel significantly better with regular use. I recommend this inexpensive product due to the benefits of the red light, but I would like to see better features. "To see results, you should use your device at least 3-5 times per week. Sessions should typically last 10-20 minutes. The more frequent the sessions, the better (ideally daily).