You'll get plenty of responsive service. That's no question. Sorry you don't agree, but all I can say is any way you shake it is you'll have paid only one full price if you choose to upgrade. You'll have a few months to make that decision as well. All things considered I think you're getting a fantastic deal. Why? Because SMP3 will likely not go on sale. So, you're definitely not getting short ended and paying over. Heck, stick with your $19.95 version only if you choose. Great deal there too (and even you thought so apparently).
Anyways, that's all I really have to say on this subject. It's not going to change the announced policy with a bunch of back and forth.
As for purchasing those products at the org...it benefits me in no way, so no, doesn't change a thing for my view.