NA tbh id still prefer the S&T over the ARES since its way cheaper but obviously the build quality is cheaper too but i think it lasts longer. the gun is a great beginner and loaner gun.
S&T makes their own products. they are famous for their PPSh41 which is 10 billion x better than the POS ARES makes.
also their SVD from what i heard is not bad either as it is a Real Sword Clone, though the CYMA clone is apparently the best SVD clone on the market. overall S&T products aren't too shabby and i would recommend getting it actually