I had a Marin Presidio 2 with 7-speed internal hub. The claimed advantage is lower maintenance. However, I disagree. Because it is next to impossible to do self maintenance, unless you can take apart the hub and put it back together. And it requires special knowledge to service it. Most LBS won't even touch it. Though the Shimano 7-speed hub is more common and not as unique as the Priority Onyx drive train.

Plus, the 7-speed does not have enough gear ratio for steep hills. Not an issue for commute, but a blocker to use the bike for weekend recreational rides.

I find that standard derailleur/cassette is better for me. Easy and cheaper to maintain in the long run. Yes, derailleur needs adjustment periodically, but something anyone can learn to do themselves.

So now I have used Trek hybrid. Nothing fancy. Cheap to buy and easy to maintain.