There are personal preferences that make this impossible to answer. Does a players quality game play different from a NOS play field or a CPR play field or a Hardtop? Of course! I have two machines, one with a Hardtop and one with an original play field in great condition. I love them both, no regrets.
As far as issues, you will find what you're looking for if you look hard enough. I've seen enough grievances with every product you could stack against each other.
The only answer is get out there and try the machines yourself