If I ever bother to DL it again I'll be sure to extract you a few really low effort ones, np.
In terms of render quality, smoothness, they're about on par. They both have faults ofc, some faulty anatomy, off expression face, undercooked/grainy renders, but but slightly above average, average refering to this site obv.. as a matter of personal eastethic preference I favour Alishia but that besides the point.
Nope, never opened DAZ. It's obv completely irrelevant to the discussion but by all means if it gives you a sense of validation, have at it, my treat