I've built and flown both. Both fly good, but I prefer the Midwest. More fun to build being all wood. It was awhile back when I had them and can't remember why I thought the Midwest flew better. My lanier had an FPE 3.2 and was about 17 pounds if i rememer right. The Midwest was just under 14 pounds with a Moki 1.8. Both were built per the plans, no modifications. Midwest is a one piece wing, lanier is two piece. That might make a difference for you. What engine do you plan on using? If you have a light engine I would go Midwest. If you have a heavy engine, go with Lanier. Hope that helps you.

Fred