Steem-UA does seem like an interesting alternative, but as I said in another article a few days ago, apparently people can increase their rank simply by unfollowing other users, and this can make it harder for new steemians to be recognized and gain followers.
Still, it is good to see developments trying to improve the Steem ecosystem.
Cheers.
RE: Testing The New User Authority @Steem-UA With A 250 Steem Power Delegation