I think we hear more about the problems because people with problems are posting out of frustration or looking for help. Like with anything most don't post to say how great something is. I have the Holley Sniper it it has been great for me. Plug and play. I know there is a lot more than I could do with it but I haven't. No timing control, no tuning, bolt it on and going on 3 years now. That said, I did have a carb and tuned it and it was flawless also. Both have minor advantages/disadvantages but overall I'll stick to EFI. When was the last time a production car came with a carb? Motorcycles, ATV, snowmobiles,etc etc are all going EFI for a reason. Carbs will always have a place and advantages and so will EFI depending on the use.