It depends on the situation for me. If I'm makin food I like getting ripped right away and then eating that shit. Otherwise I love it when you smoke, forget that you smoked, then your just chillin on your couch and you're like fuck I'm high!
I guess I prefer to have the high hit me right away. That's because I smoke on a regular basis before work/social events/ect and I like to be able to judge my level of highness so that I can be sure not to over do it.
I like the feeling of suddenly being baked. Going from sober to "Woah wait a second...something feels...woah."
I personally like strains that hit you very quickly. Instantly being high from the first hit is a great feeling. But I do have a great appreciation for a good creeper strain too, especially if I'm using it for medicinal purposes as well or doing things like watching a movie, it's perfect to have a creeper.
i prefer strains that hit me right away. if it creeps up too slow then i end up over-smoking... & in certain situations, thats no bueno. but either way im satisfied.
I like when it hits you immediately. I don't get super stoned, I just like a little buzz and feel good. This way I can judge whether or not I need another hit.