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Takahashi µ250CRS owner here. It is large but still manageable. I think the electronic focuser is a blessing compared to the 210's SCT-like focuser that's susceptible to image shift.
If you're looking at predecessor models, be careful with the electronic focuser of the 250. From what I understand if the electronics of the older focuser goes bust, repair's going to be very difficult as the OEM maker of the motor is no longer available (and therefore unsupportable). Granted low chance of broken electronic focusers but the risk exists.
As for mounts, Takahashi refreshed their mounts recently, now with Wi-Fi. Nothing revolutionary compared to other brands but Takahashi's rather slow to "catch up with the times" with their mounts. To -me- I'm very impressed with the Tak mounts as they're really smooth, however I wish they're a little bit more modern.
I'm using a Vixen AXD mount with my µ250CRS. I'm reasonably happy with it although it is a rather heavy single piece and I wished it had encoders.
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