Decent comment.

I can only speak for AS.......20, 24, 28, 29 for single place glass, ASK-21 for dual......not counting many SGS ships (26, 33, 34, 35, 36), but the AS's have a similar control harmony to SGS FWIW.......
Yes, AS ships with winglets (and other brands) are easier to fly than without.

A partner is likely a better way to bump up a bit.
My previous comments still apply......