Are 'smart' infinity hoops better than classic weighted hoops?

Smart/infinity hoops use a weighted ball on a track so they won't fall off, which reviewers and YouTube comparison testers agree makes them easier for absolute beginners. The trade-off, flagged in r/IsItBullshit and r/Hooping threads, is that some find the workout less intense, and Facebook group comments mention subscription fees and assembly quirks on certain models.