What people like is subjective, but what is most accurate really isn't at all objective.
The two subwoofers in question really are not dramatically different from one another. The SWS-1242D does have a slightly stronger motor, and a very small amount more xmax. I would take the SWS-1242D, because with a Qts of 0.66, the SWE-1241 is really relegated to sealed box only duty.