I've had issues with the durability or flotation with Rio in the past. It was enough for me to try SA and Airflo. Been happy for the most part. Both seem to cast great, float high and durability is good.
I've really enjoyed Rio smallmouth elite. Thought it was a good casting line. SA textured trout was always a favorite for dries. I think a majority of the Airflo lines I've used have been smooth but I did pick up a ridge line to try in the spring. Ridges running lengthwise so benefits of texture without the noise of texture.
Most important is to match the taper to the purpose intended. Fishing streamer line with tricos wouldn't be much fun. Picking your line, consider the rod taper, the distance you fish at and your stroke. Fast taper, non-aggressive stroke and short distances will lean towards one taper while an advanced caster fishing at distance might lean towards a completely different taper.
Airflo tactical is a delta type of design which means line is always being turned over by the thicker line behind it. Not great with 10' out of the tip top but it handles every method with a little more line in play. Their universal taper is slightly more weighted and a little more traditional in taper. Nice all around line. The power taper might be better suited for in close, faster taper rods or less advanced casters. You can draw parallels to this across brands.
