I live in Australia and if you think BVM stuff is expensive in the US then you should see what they are over here. I had most of my BVM stuff carried in by a friendly Fedex 747 Captain. So I saved the freight and "other" costs. I have built 2 BVM Sabres, and one Viper. I am now working on a Bobcat. I have never built any other Jet kit. I suppose we (BVM customers) just like super quality and are prepared to pay for it. Some people drive Toyotas (I do) and others drive BMW's etc.
You can't take it with you. I work hard for my money and spend as much as I can and enjoy it.
I am sure the other kits are very good and from what I have seen they certainly fly very well but I will stick to my good old expensive BVM stuff.