The Electricstar is "easier" IMHO.

I have both ( purchased to teach my daughter ) , and while the Alpha is such a forgiving beast, there is something to be said about not having to worry about engine tuning and response for a newbie.

That said the Electricstar is a dog with the included batteries, and you really need to change them for LiPo's ASAP.

Do that and it is a worthwhile, but ultimately a bit more expensive trainer.

Flying the Alpha is much like flying a docile sailplane ( this is good ).

The Electricstar just removes dealing with glow fuel and engines from the mix. Sooner or later though a newbie may want to try glow/gas.