this argument will never end. been going on as long as i can remember( im 40) and will go on long after i am feeding them worms :S5: i personal believe that it is up to what ever the hobiest wants to do is the best way for them. i am going to grow dirt and i will try a hydro, an areo, and a buble ponic i am going to try them all and the one that is the most enjoyment.(both the grow and the harvest) and thje stick with that till it is boring then i will try another.:S5: