Ender 3 v3 SE is a solid machine, with its direct drive. If you wanted even more value you could always get a base Ender 3 - for 136$ right now -> https://store.creality.com/products/ender-3-3d-printer-4za7
But if I was trying to get the best bang for the buck - I would go with a Elegoo...
If you want an easy, FAST printer to use - check out the Bambu Labs P1S (the S comes with an enclosure good for doing PETG / AMS) In terms of time printing a CUBBY drawer / FITS adapter - takes about 5+ hours in a Creality Ender 3 S1, and 1.25 hours in a Bambu Labs P1S.
Cant use the Orange - got the blackout package so everything that is orange in your XLT is black in mine. But thank you for sharing the links! - Much appreciated.