Hello @invisiblepain2, I've had the open repair surgery for a bi-lateral inguinal hernia but I already have neuropathy and laparoscopic wasn't an option for me. I did find a small 2003 study that indicated laparoscopic had less complications.

"Conclusions:
LR results in faster RTNA, and lower complication and recurrence rates compared with those in ORWM. Patients with larger hernias and previous repairs benefit from LR."
-- Laparoscopic Versus Open Umbilical Hernia Repair: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3021337/

Tagging @shawnkthryn, @pht1123, @pht1123, @amalynne69, and @jan70mess have mentioned having a umbilical hernia repair and may have some experience to share with you on laparoscopic vs open umbilical hernia repair.