Bitten by the AR bug Again

I finally broke down and bought another AR. Due to my son's health I sold every firearm I owned a few years ago but things as always have gotten better. I had a choice of 3 new rifles to choose from the M&P Sport, Windam carbon fiber model, and a Delton. All flat tops and carbines.
I haven't really looked until I was able to buy and the Windham really stuck out. I have had carbon 15's pre Bushmaster and Bushmaster but the Windham seemed less refined to me. The mag well was bulky reminded me of the old cast receivers. The upper around th FA seemed bulky as well so I had to walk away from it.
The Delton was clean simple and just what you expect when looking at an AR. The fit and finfinish were well and I really did like the logo work on the receiver but no rear sight included.
The M&P Sport very tight nice finish and magul rear sight. I was thrown by the lack of dust cover, FA and permanent trigger guard. This is also the 1:9 barrel not unfortunately the 1:8. In the end I had to go with the M&P it just seemed to be a better value all around for under $700.
I am sure many are going to throw me some hate for saying I feel the M&P seemed to be a better buy. I just thought to post my opinion on the 3 rifles for anyone considering to possibly buy or order one without being able to handle first. I do think all 3 are solid guns by handling them and each has a place to people's tastes.

Thanks eveyone, I owned an M&P long time ago and never had problems, one reason I went back with one. I was going to try and build but I didn't see the point at the pricing. Besides living in north Alabama the dust cover isn't an issue and I don't think I have ever used the FA.

Finally got to shoot it and nothing but good to say. Didn't shoot far of maybe 50 yards at coke cans which works for me, on my land longest shot for deer which here they aren't very big is pushing 75. It did as described great with 55 and 62 grains. Did have to push the bolt forward once with my thumb as I probably didn't rack the charging handle hard enough or just tight from factory.
I think it is more acurate than my last M&P but I'm sure it is due to the sight system. My previous had detachable carry instead of Magpul rear. It also has a better fit upper to lower than my previous. I have to say from my experience and others the M&P line up has gotten better and better with age, as well as the acquisition of Tompson Center. I could be wrong and please feel free to let me know but I think S&W got the entry level AR right.