A little disappointed - Meopta MeoPro 80 HD Angled 20-60x80 Spotting Scope

After doing a lot of research I thought this scope would be the best thing I could get under $2000, but what I got was a little disappointed. I have a Vortex Skyline that cost me $400, (had it since about 2011 & they have changed the name of this model to diamondback or viper) so I compared the two side by side. The Meopta has a clear image and is a bit brighter, but the eye relief is a little to close, only about 1" - 1 1/2". Comparing it to my Vortex at 300 yds I couldn't tell very much difference between them, the Meopta was a little brighter but I didn't see $1000 difference between them. I'm mainly using this scope for benchrest and the trouble that I've been having is at 300 yds its difficult to make out 6.5mm holes unless you have 2 or 3 that are close together.
The Meopta is a good scope it's very well built, but after comparing it to my old Vortex I just can't see spending that much money when I'm not gaining anything. Guess I'll have to do some more research and maybe find some store locally that will let me compare scopes side by side. That's the only way I can think of to see what I'm getting without having to order one and send it back.