Just the fact that you can configure which side you can pull stuff out of with pipes/filters/translocators makes for much more compact setups. I personally dislike the 1/minute rate, but if you're feeding something with a slow cycle time (grinder, electrolyzer) or if you can afford having a decent buffer, it shouldn't be an issue. But for general on-demand use, the standard machines are still better. This is good, as there are options, not a single "best" way.