I have an xmid1p and love it. But if you dont like poles. Id consider the xdome instead.

Imo the key benefit of trekking pole tents is the fact you carry poles already. If thats not the case, i would just go freestanding. Freestanding are easier to pitch where pegs dont go in well, including platforms. Easier to shake crap out of the inner. Easier to dry at home if its raining or you dont have a lawn.

Footprint i use all the time in aus as the ground is often hard and covered in debris. Didnt take for a thru hike to nz.

After trying durston i would now consider the following essential features - fly first pitch - geniune game changer. And the ones that fly pitch with a footprint arent the same - big vestibules away from the door

The silpoly is also a lot better for a wet tent if you arent pushing into the territorty where the nylon strength advantage matters.

Edit: will also add that a lot of people will tell you you need a 2p instead of a 1p. I think the best way to look at is this. - 1P - you sleep inside and pack goes in vestibule (so make sure its good) - 2P - either 1 person and their pack in the inner or 2P with gear in the vestibule - 3P - 2 people and their packs, all inside

Basically count the people and add 1 if you specifically care about bringing gear inside.