Because a particular brand, weight and style of bullet has a reputation (good or bad) in one specific caliber or weight, does not automatically translate to being good/bad in another caliber or weight. Research and judge each as individual. Also consider momentum of the bullet rather than the much quoted muzzle energy. While ft/lb may be a reasonable comparison when dealing with several bullets of the same caliber and weight, ft/lb at pistol achieved velocities does not penetrate. Momentum is what gauges penetration, after considering the reliability and diameter of expansion. After researching a bunch of choices make tentative 1st through 3rd choices and test each in your pistol for reliability and accuracy. Then pick one.
Check the dates of any information. Example, the famed hydrashok is 20 yrs out of date with current bullet technology and is a very poor expander thru material. Good for its time but surpassed now. +P is not a good determinant of performance.
I happen to use HST+p 230gr in 45, HST 180gr in 40SW, HST 125gr in 357SIG, and HST147 in 9mm. Not because it is HST but because 1) it works well in my pistols, 2) has a good reputation, and 3) the price was right. As a plus the FED AM Eagle in similar weights has almost the identical POA/POI relationship for practice ammo when I am not using my reloads.