It depends on what your intentions are with the snake, how much money you want to spend initially, and whether or not you want the experience of watching it grow over the first few years of its life. If you want a pet, I'd go with a baby. They're generally much cheaper and it is quite rewarding to watch them grow. Sure, you will have to buy it larger tubs as it grows, but that is the financial responsibility you are signing up for when adopting any new pet. There will always be more expenses throughout the animal's life, whether it be supplies or vet trips. At least with a snake you won't have yearly vaccinations!
Now, if you planned on breeding within the next year, which I doubt is the case judging by your post, then yes you may want to purchase an adult. Or, if you want one as a pet and have the extra money to spend on getting an adult and do not mind the fact that you will not see it grow much, then go for it. If that is the case, then you won't have to purchase multiple tubs throughout it's life. The size of the tub you will need depends on the size of the snake.
So, really no one can sit here and tell you which is better. It all depends on how much you want to spend and what you're looking to get out of owning this snake.
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