slightly harder
I'd say home brewing was slightly harder than home baking. Or at least it take longer and is more effort.
But in both cases, oh so very worth it.
But yes, using all-grain recipes I can brew for anywhere from 50p to £1 / pint depending on the level of extravagence of ingredients (American hops are pricey).
But on the other hand, if people were brewing their own this might be a better thing to do than drinking cheap larger irrespective of alcohol content.