It's not really "easier" I have to say....already having a powertuner for so many years, I have a basic idea of what needs to be done. That said, the HPT is absolutely completely backwards on their tables compared to the PT, so I was a little crosseyed at first. They have these things called Histograms that basically do what Eddie's scan data thingy does.......and those things are going to be my best friend.
So far, I love everything about it. I almost wish I had bought one years ago, but I'm also glad I still have the PT, because now everyone in my club benefits from it....and now if they want to buy the credit for their cars, they can reap the rewards from the HPT when I get most of it figured out.