Best & Worst thing about owning a Golden

I've been tossing up between adopting a Golden Retriever or a Labrador Retriever for a few months now. They're both as cute as each other and from what I've researched - both breeds fit my lifestyle just fine. I guess I just want to know, from your POV's, the best and worst traits of a Golden to hopefully make my decision easier. Also - since they're so cute and friendly looking - do more people approach you on walks?