I'm thinking about getting one of these True Flight 190's
http://www.aviationsafety.com/index.php ... 49500.html

It compares very favorably to the Garmin 696 and is way cheaper...has XM Wx with a subscription.

Anyone use one or recommend something similar?

I was right seat for a multi-day trip where my friend was using their FL210-S system and was impressed how well it functioned.