I've done both of these programs and P90X also. I liked the fact that BB was shorter in time. Sagi did kinda annoy me at times, but not so much so that I wouldn't do the workouts. Then again, it probably wasn't as bad as Chalene shouting 'go heavy or go home' all the time. It's really all dependent upon the person. Tony doesn't bother me at all, in fact, I kinda like the guy. But, I know some people just can't tolerate him.
It's been a while since I did CLX, and it was enjoyable, but I didn't really notice much difference in my body when I was done. I also haven't reached for those workouts since and it has been several years since I completed the program. I didn't have a dread factor with them, so I'm not sure why I don't do those workouts anymore.......might have something to do with that fact that I have hundreds of workouts to choose from?
Actually I should try a blend of CLX & BB.
I just did body beast not too long ago. I liked it and gained some muscle, but didn't really lean out. I also didn't really eat well either so that would explain that. However, I got really 'tight' with BB. I would highly recommend you add some stretching workouts or Yoga to this rotation. I didn't add in anything other than the called for workouts, except maybe to switch out the cardio disc for something fresh. Sagi doesn't do much stretching before or after the workouts so perhaps adding some good stretch time at the end would have helped me. I also lost a lot of cardio stamina after completing this rotation and really had a tough time getting that back. Aside from adding in extra cardio, I don't really know how to compensate for that.
Truly though, nothing has worked as well for me as P90X. Clearly Beachbody has had a difficult time trying to clone that program as they have tried many times and failed. I don't know what magic it has, but it certainly did for me. However, I do remember that I loaded up on protein on a pretty regular basis with it and I'm sure that helped my transformation a lot! I just wish P90X workouts were a bit shorter.