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I have ATACs and I never unclip unless I want to, even when the cleats are really worn. Never used SPDs, so can't comment on them.
I use clips and straps at the weekends if I'm just pootling around - clipless gives me much more power and control, so I prefer the ATACs for proper riding, but if I'm just ambling about the clips are fine. Plus they make me go slower, which isn't a bad thing if I'm off down the pub.
Only problem I've had is that cornering has to be decidedly more delicate with clips and straps, because they stick out more than my foot on the ATACs. I had a nasty pedal strike about a month ago because I forgot about that!