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I have a belt drive system at home, waiting to be installed on my current project. I have therefore read quite a bit about them.
Efficiency wise, I dont think anyone is claiming that they are more efficient than a perfectly clean, lubed chain. The point is that on a typical rainy day, or off-road, a chain will be far from perfectly clean or lubed.
The fact that they stretch very little is also a bit over-rated, as you could replace a chain several times for the cost of a belt.
As for ease of use, once they are set-up, they are very easy to live with, but chainline and tension needs to be spot-on.
Also, so you wish to change your gearing, you may be looking at over £100 for all the parts you would need.
So those whom claim that they are all hype have a point. But for me the smooth ride quality, mud resistance (building XC bike), and lightness, make it worth a try.