Had a Kubota Compact for 7 Yrs., No major issues, but like everyone else had a few, wanted a little larger one, planned on another Kubota - priced one out, then started looking at stats, for the price, the Kioti out lifted / out performed in all areas - I then decided to try both of them, The Kioti was far more comfortable - loved the dual pedals / seat / control placement. Brand loyalty is great, but stats, operation and dollars most definitely entered the forum for me. I went with the Kioti and have absolutely no regrets it's a great machine. My suggestion to you would be to sit on them - try them - review the stats - match what you plan on doing with it and make a decision on comfort, use and value.....