Should I apply for a tourist visa or a Non-O visa for my next trip to Thailand?

The user inquired about the necessity of applying for a tourist visa for an upcoming trip to Thailand after having previously visited multiple times within a year on an exempt basis. Community responses suggested a few strategies: applying for a 60-day tourist visa online, considering a multiple entry tourist visa from Ireland, or obtaining a Non-O visa instead to avoid potential scrutiny at immigration. Some participants noted that a single entry tourist visa may not be beneficial and that recent visits might not cause issues, reinforcing that the immigration officer's discretion is crucial.