I am new to the hobby. I purchased a Hangar 9 Alpha 60 with the .61 Evolution engine. I have about 20 flights on it so far. The engine has performed flawlessly.
The plane is very sturdy: I have made so very hard landings because I am learning and hae had no necessary major repairs as a result. The Alpha 60 handles
the wind very good. We average 10 - 15 miles per hour and sometimes it can be somewhat gusty. Its approach spped is low and very stable at minimum speed
even in the wind.

I think probably, based on my reading on this forum that either choice would be good. I have no experience with the CG, but their reputation is very good.

I would definately purchase another Alpha 60. The evolution engine is remarkable. The plane is capable of doing loops, rolls, inverted and Hammerhead stalls.
It is very fun to fly. Might do some other things but I'm not experienced enough to know. It is a "trainer" and has diehedral in the wing which would limit it
somewhat.