I've found it much more friendly as a third hand. I haven't done extensive testing, but I have found it feeds more freely and is much easier to release or mind,

I've found it much more friendly as a third hand. I haven't done extensive testing, but I have found it feeds more freely and is much easier to release or mind, while still being happy to bite when you want it to. A prusik is still my go-to for most other friction knot applications.