Not in my opinion, which of course is subjective. But it is, and this is key here, the only opinion that matters. I don't say that to be dismissive of your comment. It's just the unvarnished truth. When I choose a new phone (most recently an S7) I typically "field test my top 3 choices" - one of the only benefits of my company's unfortunate contract with Sprint.
With my last 3 phones, the S series has come out on top. I never really liked the size of the Note, but my wife's new S8 (former 6S user) has changed my mind. The 6S went to my oldest and her 6 went to my youngest. As for a refurbed Note, if it was offered, I'd consider it - caveat being, the battery issue actually solved. The battery issues notwithstanding, I though it was an excellent handset.
You didn't ask, but why no iPhone in the mix in my top choices? Good question, glad you asked

. The iPhone could have easily been in the mix, 'cept one fatal Mustang flaw: lack of choice in default apps. That is a non-starter. Default app choice would put iPhone in the mix for my next phone.