When installing LED tube lights, does the style really make a difference in real use?

I’m replacing fluorescent tubes with LED tube lights, and I noticed that even with the same length and wattage, there are several different fixture styles in the product lineup — some with diffusers, some direct tubes, some reflector types, etc.

Not sure if these different styles actually feel different once installed, specifically in terms of:

  • light quality after installation

  • overall look of the fixture

  • how the space feels when lit

For those of you who’ve actually installed different styles:
Did you notice a real difference between them? Which style ended up feeling “better / more practical”?