They can laugh all they want. I love my feral druid. I have more fun on her than any of my other characters. But the way I look at it, why look at the “numbers”? It’s what you enjoy and how you play the game that counts. At least to me it’s a game that I play for enjoyment, relaxation, FUN.
If all you’re going for it competition to be the best of the best, then play what is on the top at that moment and see where you land in the numbers. My thought is whatever you play, just do your best and enjoy your time spent online. I’m past comparing myself to others and trying to be the “best” or play the “best class”.