Stars and higher NL sngs

[Meatmaw]

What are people's general opinions on how Star's $55 NL SNGs compare to Party's? I could have sworn attendance on the site was around 18-20k until after the tsunami where it jumped to upper 20s and 30s (possibly due to the donation on tv)? Anyhow, whether they did jump in popularity is one thing. What do you all think of playing $55 on Stars v. Party and the difference in level or return? I've been sticking with Stars to try to improve my play against tougher players but moving up to the $55s has me wondering.

Thanks.