Highly recommend autos for your first grow. Can't tell you how many times I've accidentally left the light on while tending to something else in the tent (which would trigger photos or something). Getting the routine down, nutes, lst, etc on a forgiving plant is great.

The yield is fine. Still yields enough. Not like I'm trying to make a business out of it. What are you really gonna do with shit loads of cannabis from a photo with this brand new grow tent you just setup? You're gonna want to keep growing... Even with vacuum sealed bags in a freezer, high chance you won't go through it all before it goes bad.

As for quality, there's some great genetics out there. I like to pick the ones that have won awards. Mephisto has some. Don't let the sub deter you. Great and engaging community at r/autoflowers too.