I have come to the conclusion that unsewing is as much a part of quilting as sewing
I gave in to this conclusion and bought a seam ripper that has a nice large handle and is easier to hold. It's a nice bright color so I can't lose it and the handle is rubber and not perfectly round so it doesn't roll off my machine. I have yet to step up to the one with the light and magnifier.....but I know it is available. The tools make even the task of unsewing easier. (You noticed that I didn't say more pleasant and not frustrating.)