What are the benefits of using agarose beads for immunoprecipitations?

There are several benefits of using agarose beads for immunoprecipitation experiments. Two key benefits are they offer high capacity and yield. 

• Agarose resin beads have a sponge-like structure with a large surface area, providing a high binding capacity for antibodies. In contrast, magnetic beads, while smaller and less porous, have a lower binding capacity. 
• Additionally, agarose beads can be manipulated with simple equipment like centrifuges or filtration systems, making them accessible for a wide range of labs. They are also more cost-effective in the short term compared to magnetic beads.