Yes, for now. I'm thinking that with only 1 big tank to take care of (after selling off the 210g system), it'll be easier to find time (ie. convince myself to make time) to do more regular water changes. My 3 years old Felicia is now helping with water changes so its another father-daughter thing we share (along with gardening, feeding fish, building greenhouse kits, & shopping)
By going skimmerless/sumpless, I will keep a closer eye on the small tanks and have a more regular waterchange schedule.