SOL is a good option only when you are looking for just a degree but it does not carry a great value in the industry. In every sector, while competing for a job, regular students will be given the first preference and then the SOL students will be valued, although the degree will be the same.
I have even seen some work postings referencing "SOL understudies are not qualified to apply". In the end, regular students are preferred more over SOL students irrespective of the degree.