I would agree that you should shoot both of them and see which one fits you. I have a Assassin and its shooting IBO right on the money. It does have an aftermarket string and was tuned good but I was surprised because it has the stock silencers, d-loop, and kisser button. From everybody I have talked to theirs are achieving IBO or close to it also. Same thing goes for the Hoyt. I don't think you could go wrong with either one but pick the one that feels good in your hands.