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I do like the fact that an eq mount allows you to track things as the world spins, but I have recently converted to using a dobsonian because you can then have a really substantial mirror without too much faff and expense.
A big scope (10” plus) on an eq mount is going to be quite spendy because the mount has to be strong and stable, but there are plenty of 8” reflectors out there on eq5 or heq5 type mounts.
I’ve taken the additional step of getting an eq platform made for my dobsonian so I can find something and then show it to other people without it disappearing from the field of view. If you want big aperture and not having to keep nudging the scope, that is an option.