RE: easiest to shoot and clean?
What everyone else said.
Ease of cleaning is mainly a function of getting it done. Every firearm has it's preferences on what it wants for cleaning. The key with BP arms is to do it, and do it soon - to prevent problems down the road.
Don't let the issue of cleaning be a determining factor - get a firearm that is comfortable in your hands and has a good reputation behind it. THAT is the most important thing.