I agree. I looked at Bobcat (not a ride on & just not a fan of Bobcat products in general), Boxer (would have been my 2nd choice), Dingo (seems to not have kept up with the times), Ramrod (junk) & Ditch Witch (just didn't like the overall feel) and felt the Vermeer was superior in quality, features & specifications. Of course it's also the most expensive. We are building contractors at the Jersey Shore.