Basis Debut Gold Standard Mk V or Sota cosmiii

If I said "neither", would I have to provide an alternative?

The Basis is a wonderful table!Very refined,and a "beauty" to behold.Sounds good too.The Cosmos(in the high gloss black,finish)is as gorgeous,and every bit as refined,in sound.
Sadly,the perception of quality(in this sometimes silly hobby)is based on pricing!Though the Basis is a quality product,apparently worth it's price,the Cosmos is a DOWNRIGHT STEAL!!It has been "mega-refined"in the last couple of years,and the build/fit'n'finish is fabulous.All in a rediculously low price.A bad thing??
I asked the wonderful,friendly,caring folks,at SOTA why they keep their profits so low,and was responded to with...."we want to sell our tables,for a fair price,and still be able to pay our bills"!They have been offering great products for well over two decades.These last a LONG time too,as they are built to play,alot of vinyl.
What a breath of fresh air!!In a hobby RIFE with "boutique" overpriced stuff,and enough of a "touchy/overtly sensitive" fan base to keep many of a fascade going.
You make the call.
Best!

Both are very good turntables that will provide top notch performance and reliable service for a long time. With the Benz ruby/Graham, the prices are about comparable. I think the Basis is a fine looking turntable. If I had to choose I would go for the Basis.