Shred,
I think that is a better choice than the other planes you mentioned.. I will say it is still quite different than a trainer in the way it handles. I would recommend that you have an experienced pilot to make the 1st flight for you and make sure it is setup ok. Even a short time on a buddy box would be wise just to be sure that you can handle it. At least, let that experienced pilot take it off and then you fly it around and get comfortable. Once you get a feel for it you will be good to go.. Just dont get in a rush and end up crashing. That happens too often.

A few things to remember with these types of planes in comparison to a trainer.
*Gradual increase in speed as you roll out for take off. Dont throw the throttle forward too quickly or it will be hard to handle. Once it is rolling under control, run the throttle up and it will fly right out.
*Dont fly with too much throttle. This plane is meant to fly at a slower cruising speed. Just fly at a moderate speed. It is not made to go fast.
* At first fly it gently. Make slow turns and keep it up a little high until you are sure you have control.
* Take your time on the 3D stuff. Learn to do simple loops and rolls, inverted flight first.
* If you want to 3D, keep it up high. If you are flying down low if it stalls a little you can crash really quickly. Keep it 10-15meters high at least if not higher.