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I vote H&R.

No real world experience, I just prefer them over K&W.

Folks here love OEM & OEM+ parts so be prepared for that - though I'm sure you've surmised the same during your thread reading.

The height-adjustable options don't make sense for me since I won't ever be adjusting the height once they are installed.

Comparing published spring rates between the two would be helpful I think, but even then it can get murky trying to interpret that information.

You're right that the ideal balance of firmness & compliance is key for a daily driver. Lowering in general can make the ride more stiff - increased spring rates & less travel, but that's where the magic of the aftermarket options come in. I've really never heard anything bad about H&R suspensions in regards to performance, but then again everyone here seems to love the KW HAS option - but maybe some of that is placebo.

FWIW, I'm leaning towards H&R Sport springs 1.2" front & 0.4" rear lowering. I still need some suspension travel given the roads where I live.

Sorry, not much help, just trying to share my thoughts.