ORIGINAL: Scar
For the beginner, the Four-Star is capable of a bit less demanding flight, although some would argue the SE is quite easy to fly, too, when set up for it.
For the experienced aerobatic flyer, the SE is capable of a bit faster rolls and tighter loops, if that's what is desired.
For someone with an eye on pattern competition, the Four-Star might provide smoother pattern maneuvers. For the 3-D aspirant, the SE might come closer to performing in that fashion.
However, you've asked about two fine examples of planes, both fairly easy to build and sturdy. Pleasing to the eye, too.
What did you have in mind?
Good luck,
Dave Olson
4*: I have about 150 flights on mine
Semi-symetrical wing
small control surfaces
tough as nails
SSE: I have about 60 flights on mine
Fully semtrical wing
Large control surfaces
Tough as nails
I own and fly both. The 4* is more for learning pattern work and makes a great low wing 2nd airplane. Will modifications it can roll pretty fast (chop a bay off each wing when you build it) Add to the rudder and elevator and use a 46 2 stroke or a Saito 56 4 stroke. The 2 stroke will fly it faster but the 4 stroke will allow it to pull like a tractor
I agree about the description of the SSE with one exception. On high rates (book throws) you will lose count quickly when you roll it. It's a good plane for precision if you use good throttle management. It will do mild 3D and everything else you can think up. It also flys very well on a 46 2 stroke but again throttle management is a must. It also makes a good second plane if you keep the rates low
Both land extremely slow and much better than most all trainers
Both kits go together well.
There is an old saying on SIG kits, open the box, drop in a bottle of CA, close the box and shake for a few minutes, now open the box and out will pop a plane.