I think you will find the Giro is the better choice. Versatile frame, more compact, etc. Be certain to visit both Bacchetta's online forum and BentRiderOnline.com.
The Giro's standard Recurve seat is OK but many find the Euromesh (either the original rectangular seat bottom nose or the new triangle/trapezoid nose) a better seat for a few dollars more (lighter, better seat bottom ventilation). These also come up for sale occasionaly on the above sites.
Use a light touch on the handebars. If you pull on the handelbars when pedaling a DF (=upright bike), you are largely pulling up and do not turn the handelbars much. In contrast, on a recumbent pulling back and forth on the handelbars gives undesirable major steering input. Once comfortable, consider clipless or really grippy platforms or PowerGrip straps to avoid "leg suck" accidents. However, first read threads about clipless issues on recumbent bikes at the two recumbent sites mentioned above.
You will need to do a bit of adjusting to get the fit right. As you recline the seat more, you will find you need to move it forward (easy adjustment). Bacchetta's site has nicely illustrated fitting guide of where to start out.
Other Giro considerations for the future are a seat bag, rear and/or underseat rack, bags or panniers for same, FastBack bags for fluid bladders etc., headrest (search Bacchetta's forum for ADEM or A.D.E.M. headrest), and larger diameter wheel in front (some use 24") or maybe also rear wheel. The Bacchetta forum in particular has lots of specifics about the Giro frames, what racks work with which seat, etc.
Have fun!