The type of diaper you use on your baby may not seem like a huge decision but it can be for parents who are conflicted in their goals of cost, environmental concerns and time management. The obvious is that disposable diapers are more convenient. Cloth diapers, on the other hand, require a bit more ingenuity. If your supply runs low, they aren't always available to purchase at the nearest store and disposing of them means bringing them home with you to clean at a later time or send to the diaper service. So more planning is essential when traveling with a baby and using cloth diapers.
Cost is a debatable issue.
I have heard many discussions on it and it appears inconclusive. Disposable diapers are generally more expensive since they are so convenient and require packaging which requires money to make. Buying cloth diapers and using a diaper service is a great way for parents to have the benefits of cloth diapers without the time involved in cleaning them yourself, and around the same cost as disposable diapers. So it really depends on your personal situation and what fits best into your family lifestyle and budget. As for the baby, cloth diapers are generally easier on baby's tender new skin and there isn't likely to be any allergic skin reactions like can arise with disposable diapers.