Replying to Noodleynees of 2010 bents to the 2011

So I got to test out the 179 2011 k2 bents and they are mega sick. I really like how soft they are and how easy it is to butter jib around etc. I was wondering if the 2010's of earlier ones were much different. Because Right now I really want a pair, I would love the 2011, but them, with good bindings is pushing a grand and I don't really have that type of coin right now. I was wondering if it would be worth it to get to 2011, or do the earlier models offer the same flex pattern? also are there any other skis that have the same flex pattern?? I know EP's are quite close, but are they softer then the bents? I just really like softer pow skis after skiing uber stiff icelantics for the past little bit thanks for help