Dont forget the Python also comes in Yao Zhi version, which is nice and short, very similar to the Monty in geometry terms (1005mm wheelbase)...
The Monty is comp-orientated, but thats mainly due to the weight and parts.
The YZ Python has the same geo (pretty much), but is much beefier, bit heavier, but made of a much better material (U6 rather than 7005).
Manuals schmanuals... you can do them on anything once you get used to it (N)