Depends on the user....

Its quite possible to over-use the woodpecker and damage the structure of some models. You are trying to get a bunch of pinholes. I've seen people over-use it and shred the wing sheeting.

In 30 years of modeling and 20+ years using MonoKote and other heat-shrink coverings... I've found good technique of application can give a superior finish without the woodpecker to that achieved with poor technique using the woodpecker... Practice does pay off.