I had previously such packing tape dispenser made of plastic, which also worked well, so that went 'the way of all things' one day. After a quick price comparison I chose here for the Herlitz because is settled in the lower price range but not quite the cheapest is. As the dispenser arrived with me, I was very impressed. A cleanly designed product, which is really worth its price. My Packband role fit with no problems and once you've understood the way of packing bands short, no problem.
When heavy and good quality I think that I will never again need another pack strap dispenser in my life.