Stuff like this is why I would chose an R&S HMO1202 over chinese B brand scopes, because you can be sure Rohde and Schwarz know how to implement the UI properly. Especially if you use the tool a lot.
Seems that there will always be differences between $400 and $975 ie the OP's scope and a HMO1202
Yep, that's the part people don't seem to get.
Yes, your R&S responds better to the controls, but ... it wasn't a simple case of "which one should I choose". It's not Ford vs. Chevy, it's Ford vs. Lexus. That extra bit of niceness
cost you $575 (or whatever).
People don't buy Ford/Chevy because they're insensitive clods who don't appreciate the fine things in life like the Lexus owners do, they buy them because they're cheaper. They have enough wheels (four) and go from A to B perfectly well.
If you're a professional who uses a 'scope all day long as a way of making money then sure, get the R&S. If you're rich for some reason then sure, get the R&S. If not, get the Rigol.
Not one person here can put their hand on their heart and say the wiggly lines on screen are no good or that it's a plasticky piece of crap which will last 10 minutes. The wiggly lines are fine, the build quality is good. For $400 it's a complete bargain.