What kind of trailer hitch do you prefer for Gooseneck trailers and why?

[HavinABlast]

Looking to upgrade from a steel bumper pull trailer to a gooseneck (16-18 ft aluminum).  In looking at used trailers we have a choice of 2 currently - one has a fifth wheel hitch, the other has a gooseneck hitch ball. 
Wondering what folks recommendations are....is there a big difference?  Anyone trucked with both to compare?
Any info or opinions are welcomed....

TIA

 

[ai er]

Gooseneck.  So much more versatile.  They are also cheaper than installing a fifth wheel hitch.  With the B&W hitch you can have your bed back in a minute.  B&W does offer a fifth wheel hitch to fit their mount that goes under the bed.

 

[phillse]

I would recommend a gooseneck hitch ball.  A fifth wheel hitch takes up a lot of bed space.  If you get a hide away ball or popup ball you can continue to use you truck bed like any other truck bed when not hauling.

 

[HavinABlast]

Thanks for the comments.....seems to be what folks I've asked are saying!  Now we know what direction to head.
(clapping)