This is going to sound controversial because so many people love their Glute Thrusts and want to push the idea that this is the best exercise to do for your Glutes. Im going to tell you right now that the reason they like it so much is because it’s way easier to execute than a Barbell Squat or a Deadlift.
You can push way more weight with his movement than with Squats or Deadlifts but that shouldn’t be the reason you’re doing them! Is it an effective Glute exercise? Yes. But it should not be the main exercise. It’s very effective as an accessory exercise in addition to Deadlifts and Squats.
I also want to mention that many people are doing this exercise incorrectly. If you are feeling this exercise in your back, you’re doing it wrong. You should be able to feel it in the Glutes right away. If you’re not get help from someone who knows how to do Glute Thrusts properly.