A great review. I love it how Ray just says it the way it is, without fear or favour from these big manufacturers.
I currently have a Neo 2, which I chose after getting the opportunity to personly test a Kickr as well as all the reviews online. Don't get me wrong, the Kickr is an excellent product but in my view, ultimately the downhill drive and road surface simulation clinches it: price aside the Neo is (or was back then) a better trainer. But I have been eagerly waiting on the Neo 3, as I'd like an upgrade over the next year or so. My impression after this review is that the situation is the same: price aside (and if your bike fits on it ok), the Neo is better from a technical stand point.
But Ray is right. Garmin need to get real with their pricing.....I think they'll struggle to sell the Neo 3 after the initial flurry of Neo die-hards with big wallets. Hopefully they'll need to discount it down the track... that's when I might buy. Otherwise, a Kickr V6 move for my birthday next year I think!!