You will not be able to grow any plants in one of those things with that stock fixture. Maybe with some DIY magic, yes, but not as is. Other then that, I like 'em! Would make a great unplanted biotope of some sort.
That sounds like a pretty good price actually. Keep in mind that it comes with a filter as well. It's not much more expensive than the Fluval kits out in the market right now.It seems to be a bit pricey for $150 for the 9g...