We install both pavers and poured concrete, so we do not have a favorite to sell you. The right answer depends on the use, the look you want, the budget, and how you feel about maintenance.
Poured concrete wins on upfront cost and simplicity. A properly prepared base, reinforcement, the right thickness, and control joints in the right places give you a flat, durable surface for driveways, sidewalks, and equipment pads. Its weakness is that cracks and stains are permanent and repairs are visible.
Pavers cost more to install because of the base work and labor, but they drain between joints, handle heat without hairline cracking, and come in colors and patterns that concrete cannot match. If a section sinks or a paver stains, it can be lifted and reset without touching the rest. For patios, pool decks, and front walkways, pavers usually win on looks and repairability.
Whichever you choose, the base is what decides how long it lasts. Sandy Florida soil needs to be compacted in lifts, and the surface needs enough slope to move water away from the house. That part of the job is invisible once it is finished, and it is the part we spend the most time on.