Man, this is a tough one. I've always had a soft top, and really enjoyed it. However, with my current JKU I started out with the soft top(always the Premium factory top), but once I got more into the overlanding lifestyle and invested in ARB drawers, ARB fridge, etc I started to like the idea of a hard top. It's actually MUCH easier accessing the fridge with the hardtop setup. I also knew I wanted to do an awning on my Jeep, so the hardtop was basically mandatory. I found a brand new hardtop on CL for a steal, so picked it up. I put it on about a year ago, and haven't went back to the soft top. I really do miss it though. I've been seriously considering ditching the hard top and awning set up, and removing my fridge except for when I know I'm leaving for the weekend. Currently I leave the fridge in full time, and it's awesome, so I will miss that too. Ok, enough rambling.