Well, it's been said several times already, but I'm going to say it again.............it is all determined by what you like!! Short and simple. They are both great bows.

Now for me, I am a pro shop, staff shooter and I am shooting the Mathews Switchback and the Ovation. Our particular shop sells Mathews, Hoyt and Bowtech (awesome, hugh!). So I get the chance to shoot any of them, whenever I like. I shot the Allegiance two days ago for the first time. I was impressed with the bow. I wasn't impressed enough, however, to even consider making it my preferred bow over my switchback. Yes, the allegiance seemed to be a tad bit faster, but that was it. FYI, my switchback chrono'd at 294 fps @ 29", 67 lbs, 415 grain Gold Tip arrow. If that's not fast, I'm Huch Finn. There was really no comparing the two in the quiet and recoil category. The switchback was superior.

Now keep in mind.....this is all ONLY my opinion. Hopefully, no one will start bashing me. We all have a choice. That's what so great about our country! By the way, I drive a Ford F-250 Super duty too!! LOL