Best chroma key plugin for FCP7???

I have Final Cut Pro 7 and Motion and would like to know what is the best chroma key plugin.
I've heard of DV Matte, Adobe Keylight, and Red Giant's Primatte Keyer Pro, but have no idea which one to get. Personally, I would prefer to stay in the Final Cut/Motion environment as I am more familiar with their interface than with After Effects.
Thanks in advance for any advice,
- Nick

there is a very good keyer in Motion; its free and you have it
the best; well thats Ultimatte:
http://www.ultimatte.com/UltimatteMain/Software.html

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