Pygmy,

This is the way I did it...
rather than getting the favored plane, I focused on the better radio.

I was considering the Hangar 9 Xtra Easy (RTF), but I decided on getting the Avistar instead and a better radio than the 421, though it is a nice first box. I bought the 662 and I'm glad I did because:
1. I've already crashed (and totalled) the Avistar, and have bought a replacement, you can't buy a replacement Xtra Easy (plane only)...
2. Since I've been into this new hobby for a couple of months, I've since purchased two other planes which would have exceeded the model memory of the JR 421EX...
3. Since "crashing" the plane of choice, I'm sure glad I have a good radio!

Just my thoughts, good luck to you in your selection process.

MacAir