What do you mean by "further down the line?" They're all pretty big names. How do you know that others ride better? Have you tried them all?

I've never heard of GOAL GT1 folding bike, but if you love it, that's great. What do you use it for? I was looking for a touring bike that I can travel with, that's why I went for something more suitable for my needs.

Utimately the best bike is the one that gets you riding, no matter what brand.