What are the advantages and disadvantages of using boost::iterator_facade?

Question

Yep -- the title pretty much sums it up. I've got quite a few types that implement iterator concepts, and I'm wondering if it's worthwhile to pull in this boost header instead of implementing things manually.

So far:

Advantages

• Well specified
• Less likely to have bugs

Answer 1

If maintaining your own iterator types becomes a burden then switch to boost. They are well specified and tested and less likely to have bugs.