soil is better with taste and hydro is for yield
here is an article
http://eastcoastmarijuana.net/deciding-on-soil-vs-hydro/
There is a reason that after 40 years of growing I prefer Organic Soil.
Methods I have used in my career
Ebb And Flo
Flood and Drain
NFT
Aero Misting
Aquatics
DWC
Drip Feed
After 4 decades for me personally its all about taste.
Sub
......... i don't belive that i can tell a difference between the two both well grown..