I've done both. A machete is much easier and doesn't require removal of the fibrous husk before cutting.
I always preferred using a machete, but my gf is a chef and taught me a better way to open a coconut ✨ https://video.nostr.build/7ddc751ffdd0d29c07f8402575b67edd8c154ff8b30a063712e9eadaf34cad48.mp4
I've done both. A machete is much easier and doesn't require removal of the fibrous husk before cutting.
Also helps me channel my inner Haitian warlord 😇