Wow Pojo I find the exact opposite.
My hair is too long (although not that thick) that a comb won't go through it, so I use a brush.
I use a comb only if I have pig tails or something, to make the line even, and even then I will usually use the brush.
I prefer a brush. My hair is too curly, and knots up easy, so a comb just won't work in it.