Indeed an for some results are faster than 6 months after transplants. And it's a solid solution, never having to take any sh*t anymore, hairs are there forever for most guys.
Exactly. For me transplant seems like the best and most practical solution by far:
Finasteride without the side effects is ideal of course, but from what I see unfortunately a lot of people get them. Problems with libido, erection and ejaculation, insomnia, brain fog and so on. I started getting sexual side effects myself (watery sperm, had a very scary and abnormal feeling when I came) after 3 weeks and then got off the drug. Might not work against aggressive balding too.
Then you have minoxidil. First of all applying it twice a day is too much of a hassle. Usually not much regrowth and your hair becomes dependent on it. Doesn't halt hair loss at least long term. There are too many side effects. Possibly affects your heart and skin, bags under the eyes, skin aging/loss of collagen, weight gain as you get water bloat. Even more aggressive side effects if you choose to take the pill, which is less of a hassle and only slightly more effective.
Microneedling? You gotta wound your scalp every week or so, sounds like a hassle and painful. And you can't do it without minoxidil.
Imagine living with your girlfriend and you are a minoxidil and microneedling prisoner. Seems awkward and she might judge you for it.
Hair systems - maintenance is a b**ch, limits your lifestyle, psychological damage, people judging you.
SMP looks fake (no 3D/textured effect of a real buzzcut) and you have to buzz every couple days to look somewhat normal.
Helmets and PRP injections are reported to be a scam, ppl end up with less hair than before.