I only use high output CFLs in my basement where I spend most of my time. They take a long time to come up to full output but operate okay when they get going and save more than incandescents. But their longevity is not that good - a lot of them failed within the first three years.
Elsewhere, I use high quality LEDs and have no problem with the spectrum of light I find comparable to incandescents. I have one LED high output over the sink that’s been there 13 years - much longer than a PAR incandescent would have lasted.
I switched my main kitchen light from CFL to LED several years ago. It is a Phillips, and puts out a nice warm light. It cost $47 (ouch), but I really wanted to try it. It comes up to full brightness more slowly than the CFL it replaced. I read there is a current limiter in the circuit to cut down on voltage spikes during warm up in order to increase life of the driver circuit. Not sure, but it is a long wait for full brightness.