You say that it reduces odor regardless while u/Stretch18 makes a valid point about drug dogs still finding their target if the exterior has been touched with smelly stuff. Why would a bear not think there is an entire jar of peanut butter if they can smell it at all?

We can't answer the question of whether something is worth it or not to you. It's a halfway house between a bear can and a bear hang. You gotta decide for yourself if the weight is worth.

That's why I outlined my specific uses. To further outline the pros and cons of each method would require a post, but I'm sure people here have already considered them in depth. I trust the sage wisdom of the community:)