Wanted to try tampons out but...

I've been using menstrual cups for almost three years now but it's such a big hassle with the sterilizing and everything, also kinda hard for me when I'm at school. I know people tell you to wash it/ change it every 12 hours but I tend to do it within 6 because I'm just paranoid so I wanted to switch to tampons. Does anyone use them here? If so, can you guys tell me if you prefer menstrual cups or tampons.
Also, please give me good brands, I heard they come in different sizes as well?? I do get pretty heavy periods and it's even harder at times because I play badminton.