I have both, an old aluminum fishing boat, and a modern plywood rowboat.
An aluminum boat is definitely easier to own. It can remain outside all of its life with little care or maintenance.It can be ignored for many years and be ready to go at a moments notice. It can take a lot of abuse while in the water.
It is also cold in cool weather. It is very noisy, any movement in the boat seems to broadcast the sound across the water. Usually not the most pleasing thing to look at.
Aluminum boats are plentiful, easy to find and usually quite affordable.
Wooden boats do require a bit more maintence and attention, which if you like the boat really doesn't seem like work. You do need to be aware of how to properly store it when not in use. Depending on the boat, that may mean inside storage if there is bright work you want to protect.
There are many things that make a wooden boat worthwhile for some of us. Wood is beautiful, if aesthetics are important to you a wooden boat can't be beat. Wood feels comfortable in all weather, feels nice on the skin, never to hot or cold. Wood is quiet, seems to absorb the sound rather than amplify it.
I might make the analogy that wood is like an old Land Rover, while aluminum is like a new Subaru.
I love both of mine for different reasons.
If you have fond memories of wooden boats from your past it's worth looking into wooden boats, whether traditional or plywood. You may fall in love, or you may decide aluminum is the right choice for you.