Step-Bar vs Nerf Bar Opinions needed

New to the Forum and Tacoma,
I purchased a 2007 DC short bed and need opinions on step-bar (like N-Fab)
vs Nerf Bar. This needs to be a functional step not just something that looks good. Individual steps also considered

Thanks in advance

 

Best looking and functional IMO is the body armor step:

$315 Body Armor 4x4 TC-4121 - Black - Steel Large RockStep Side Rail for 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma Crew Cab (Pair)

http://www.amazon.com/Body-Armor-4x4-TC-4121-2005-2015/dp/B005W35V0E

They are better than a tube Nerf bar type because they aren't in the way when you step out of the truck.

 

I have the predator steps they are the style of the N-Fab. If you need the step its there if you dont its not in the way. My wife uses the step, but I dont need the step and it never gets in my way. I only use the step to wash the top of the truck.

I looked at the body armor steps too and almost got those (way cheaper), but i liked the look of the predator steps a lil better.

 

thanks
Interesting...looking for pictures online
do you have these steps? lighted or unlighted?

 

I have the n-fab steps. I like their aesthetic but I don't use them yet. They're for my woke and kiddo. I will use them when I do my lift. I paid $308 shipped on Amazon.