I didn't think either of them were bad. They were both enjoyable in different ways. The QXC was nice because I felt like a "real pilot", flying around by myself, landing at a strange field for a cup of tea... that's what "real pilots" do isn't it? The skills test was completely different - a lot less pressure, because I knew the examiner was there to sort things out if I screwed up, but a lot more pressure, because I knew there was someone watching every move I made...
There's a similar thread about the skills test
here, although it does get a bit off-topic with discussions on flying techniques and the minutiae of the content of the test, but it'll give you an idea what to expect. But the main thing is to relax and enjoy it!
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