Wiper Blade types

[RicStyx]

Im needing to replace my front wiper soonish, ive already changed the rubber insert in April of this year but i think the blade itself has become a bit old and clunks a bit when when it changes direction wiping and leaves a largish type of smear on the windshield. I've already polished and treated the windshield so i have eliminated those concerns.

My question is have any of you guys tried different types of wiper blades, such as a Bosch AreoTwin flate blade and the likes. Did it work better , quieter and no noise or was it a worse off decision over the factory type. I enjoy having the hybrid type or flat blade as it stays out of view when driving rather than seeing the frame work of a normal wiper. Thoughts?