BadgerPhil,
I am totally comfortable with the push button dual range. It is a very useful feature when using a front loader. Without stopping to change ranges you can just press a button (which happens to be on the joystick you are holding) to obtain more torque when digging and then press another button to obtain either ground speed or faster loader cycle times.
Another level of complexity? Maybe, but it seems to be a rather straight forward adjustment of some hydraulic pump speed (maybe someone else can speak better to this point). If I really want it simple, without complexity, I can just get my 'ole Ford 9N out which does not get the job done nearly as quickly or as easily (if it can do the job at all). Have to admit though, I still like the 'ole 9N for nostalgic sake, guess that's why I still have it. Only gets used for pulling hay wagons now. Will probably sell it since it does not get used often enough (said that a year ago).
DaveV