Who got better end of the deal the lord or the vassal why?

In the feudal system, the lord often got the better end of the deal because they received military service, loyalty, and agricultural production from the vassal in exchange for land and protection. This arrangement allowed lords to maintain power and wealth with relatively little investment, while vassals were bound to serve and often faced the risks of warfare and economic instability. Although vassals gained land and status, their obligations and dependence on the lord limited their autonomy and benefits compared to the lords' advantages. Thus, the power dynamics generally favored the lords.