Given the choice, I would prefer not to have a brake on a rifle. But, a brake is the best, most effective option for controlling punishing recoil. If this pertains to a discussion you and I had, even though you do pay a penalty in noise, having a brake may be the only alternative to allow you to continue shooting the rifle in question.
In my experience, you don't notice recoil too much when you are in the field shooting at game, so you can always unscrew the brake while hunting and screw it back on while at the range. A good gunsmith can provide you with a protective cap to screw onto the exposed threads while you don't have the brake installed. Often, the brake will change the point of impact, but I've never seen one hinder accuracy when properly installed.
I like the VAIS brake the best. It is extremely effective, and it isn't as ugly as some other brakes.