I've used an animal rear for years. I modify it by using a phantom overlay because it is stretchier and I never lace it. I also replace the plate with a carbon plate because it flexes with the ski better.
I recently ordered the '19 model and it's terrible.
The footbed is molded to the plate so you can't adjust the placement of the rubber boot on the plate You can't replace just the plate without losing the footbed. The new front overlay thing is a waste, but can be removed. The boot is way too tight and can't be adjusted unless you replace the overlay.