The Bennett trim cylinders do not have exposed hoses like boat leveler ones do, which will deteriorate due to the strong UV we have in S. Fl. The Bennett tabs also have turned down sides, which will provide more lift than those turned up sides on the boat leveler tabs. (When the water coming off the hull encounters the deflected tab, it'll try to turn and run off the sides reducing pressure and lift, unless there is a "fence" there to prevent it.) I think I'd keep looking for a deal on the Bennett's; you should be able to find some for not much more than the one's in your link. Bennett is advertizing "blemished" tabs for 50% off on their website.
Lenco's would be my last choice. They're probably cheaper and easier to install and may respond faster, but the whole concept of having electric motors below the waterline in salt water, just protected by a couple of "O" rings, hurts my head and just seems to be asking for trouble in the long run!
Have had my Bennett tabs since about 1977 and the only problem I ever had is with the joystick type control switch, which died after about 25 years. Went to the waterproof rocker switch after a second joystick type failed, and it seems to be a lot more robust. Still not a bad record for 35 years of service.
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