Zu Essence vs. Druid Mk4/08

I have recently unsuccessfully attempted to purchase used Zu speakers in thr $2,500 - $3,000 range (outbid).

Currently there are available a pair of Essence and "the last pair of Druid Mk4/08 built for James of Zu Audio" with original ZuB3 interface(via Speakon 8-pole, Zu convention, with Cardas 5-way binding posts and Mundorf Silver/Oil caps.

Any opinion considering the Essence pair can be purchased for less than the Druids?