Extra Easy is $380 and the Alpha is $290 on the internet...

Both airplanes have the same Evolution power system, which is a good beginner setup. It really does allow you to concentrate on flying, not a finicky engine.

The difference is the radio, as mentioned above. It's not JUST a 5 channel radio though...It is a computer radio.

The JR XF421EX radio that it comes with is a $180 radio... This radio could easily fly your airplanes for the next 5 years or more without needing an upgrade. The standard 4 channel will probable leave you wanting more pretty quick...

Most guys end up buying a 6 channel computer radio shortly after their second airplane. This gives you a pretty good 5 channel to start with.

Besides the radio difference, the Extra Easy is a bigger and slower airplane. I think it might be a little better trainer... The Alpha does fly good though.

Take a trip out to the local field and see what the instructors think...