If you pull by hand, get a davit that will fit on your Scotty base. It is a lot easier to pull down and fake the line into a plastic bin/bucket than to try to pull up over the rail.

A puller does make life much easier, though. I like the Ace Line Hauler that is wired to fit a Scotty plug. Someday......

If you rig your bridle so your line can slide to one side, you'll be pulling the pot at an angle. Set it so the shrimp move towards the door panel so they're easier to get out. Makes hand pulling a little easier than pulling the pot up flat.