+1
Practicing my technique, over time, made once-difficult areas of my face much easier to shave. It just took a time investment and perseverance. Having a superbly honed instrument to work with does make this incredibly easier than just a moderately sharp razor. To me it is night-and-day better. I now can understand why straight razors have such a dedicated following because there really isn't anything quite like the experience of shaving with one, once you have your technique down - and - you have a razor honed to its potential sharpness.
I've never used one, unless a stropped skinning knife counts haha, but I also believe that a straight will, ultimately, give the best shave.
I wish I had the patience to learn to use and maintain one.