RE: Mathews vs. Hoyt
Like others, I shot a few before deciding. I shot an Outback, and also a Bowtech Liberty and Justice. I settled on the Xtec after shooting it. Extremely quiet and vibration free bow. It also balances far better than the long riser VFT style bows IMO.
Shoot em all, then decide on what you like best. No one else can tell you what you like best except you.