I think this is a case where you can read forums all day long but you have to learn how to ride each type of pedal before you can decide which is better for you. So far I am really liking clipless. I've done about 6 rides on them. I have not avoided any tech and I took a couple spills on the first couple rides. My last 2 rides were incident free. The only thing that scares me with clipless pedals are skinnies. Like legitimately skinny skinnys. Not sure how that would go if I don't nail it.
For giggles, I threw my flats back on my bike for today's ride to see how they feel. I want to maintain my ability to hop and control the bike with my weight so I am sure I throw flats on from time to time.