I always dread changing strings, but I like the results.
Have you ever tried the D'Addario EXP's? They are also coated and I use them exclusively on my guitars with mahogany back and sides. I use Elixir nanos on my Taylor and Gibson AJ rosewood, but the D'Addarios have won me over on my mahogany boxes. They sound fantastic.
I had Southeastern Guitar do a couple of setups for me last year and they put those EXPs on them......not bad sound at all. They did seem to go flat quicker than the Elixers. Still pretty stocked on my nana-webs for now but I do intend to buy some.