The only problem is if you want to use it in ML season most states won't let you use smokeless powder.
My opinion the savage is a better rifle though. But both are really good rifles. I just like savages

. I would assume the bolt comes out of the savage so the cleaning should be just as easy.
Of course the encore you could get different barrels for it if you wanted.
I also think those are the only two muzzle loaders that you have register and purchase like a rifle, not a muzzle loader.
Paul