I don’t disagree. The cost factor is always there. And I think it’s like $150 difference for 25hp/30tq And that has to be worth it for you. I know for me it’s worth it.
if i could source one used in the 300ish range, sure that $150 for hp/tq delta makes all the sense in the world-- especially considering the numbers only get better up higher if i ever wanted to upgrade.
but with new prices in the $500 range, that knock off looks real enticing to my inner dedicated cheapskate