You're right. They made me go from V3/V4 to V4/V6 problems pretty much overnight when I switched from Evolv Pontas (had holes in the toes) to the Muira. Tiny feet and nice heel hooks are so much easier to pull off now.
Solid shoe choices. I would disagree though...I don't like laces when sport climbing/bouldering/gym climbing but comfortable laced shoes are great for trad and multipitches where you'll be wearing shoes for hours.