Go for it, particularly if you can get them at a Walmart summer sale for $2.50 like I did. (One of the VERY FEW times I happened to be in the right place at the right time).
The wind will vary on the ice any given day, so setting the correct adjustment can be somewhat of a challenge at times. I still consider myself a duffer fisherman, but feel fairly confident and proficient with these tip ups.
I would say to give them a try. (I have 10 of them).
-reelcharacter