I have the TC ARF with a saito 72. It came out pretty heavy, around 5 pounds, but it does just fine. The kit tends to come out a lot lighter. A guy i fly with has one that is just under 4 pounds with a MVVS 49 (?) I have gotten flat spins out of mine, but Hovering seems to be its best trick so far.

I also have the Magic with a 46. Only have a few nose heavy flights on it (my stick-on lead fell off) but it is a blast! the landing gear sucks though. the plastic clips all cracked and the gear fell off in flight. i have aluminum gear on it now. i am told Tertherite is considering coming out with glas filled nylon gear for it (good stuff).

good idea to get both planes, you will love them both!