Irian Jaya Carpet Python and Ball Python comparison

[bubs]

Hey everyone! I've been looking into buying a pet snake for the longest time and I'm stuck in between these two. I was hoping I could get a little help.

I know ball pythons are a typical recommended beginner snake and honestly, I thought this was the snake for me until I discovered carpet pythons. I know irian jaya's can get bigger than balls but not by that much.

I'm wondering what snake you personally enjoyed keeping as a pet more, as well as which one required more care? Housing isn't a problem, I just want to make sure that the snake I choose will be worthwhile.

I heard balls can be quite boring after a while and that carpets are usually more active. Any comments would be great.