Comparing Different Activation Tools — Worth the Risk?

I’ve seen multiple activation tools online like MAS Activator and Office Activator, and I’m torn between trying one of them or just buying legitimate licenses. Some people swear these tools work perfectly, but others say they cause system issues, updates failing, or antivirus conflicts. I’m curious what the community’s stance is: Is there really any safe, fuss-free way to use these kinds of activators? If you’ve tried more than one, what differences did you notice in reliability and after-effects? I’d like to get a sense of whether it’s actually worth exploring these tools or if the risks outweigh any benefits.