The tripod is relatively stable and actually very easy. My ball head itself is considerably heavier than the stand but the ;-) offered on this tripod head seemed too unstable for a DSLR, especially if you ever used a heavier lens. In addition, at once mounted Schnellwechselplatte the camera is quickly clipped on the tripod.
Overall my Cullman magnesite Copter and I like it here often. It is inexpensive and stable than than the usual small tripods. As an alternative to Bohnensack definitely a buy recommendation.