I don't think too many would be disappointed with the 2018 scheme, if they hadn't seen the 2019 version.
Not too fussed to lose the 'tower' (although there's a nice little cluster emerging in the area) but the low level element in the 2019 scheme is a much better design and has better interaction at street level.
Whatever happens and given the location, this is an important scheme for the whole area and the approach into Nottingham.