Scammed by Small Razor?

When I started shaving my face about a year ago, I decided to treat myself and get a safety razor, blades, soap and brush setup.

Just yesterday I used one of those disposable three blade jobbies for the first time since I was 12, and... It was faster, easier, more comfortable, and a way better shave.

Anyone have experience with this? Was I taken in by GQ style nostalgia bait, or will I really get better results from a safety razor with practice?