Bretton Woods won't win every argument with the hardest-core skier in the room. It does win a lot of actual family ski days. The mountain is comfortable, scenic, well suited to intermediates, and generally less punishing than the more exposed, sharper-edged neighbors.
The value here's margin. When Cannon is too firm, Wildcat is too windy, or the group has a wide range of abilities, Bretton Woods can turn a questionable forecast into a good day. It's the kind of mountain that protects the trip.
That also means expert skiers may want more bite. Bretton Woods can feel gentle if you are looking for steep challenge all day. But not every recommendation should chase difficulty. Sometimes the smartest mountain is the one that keeps everyone skiing.