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http://www.hubstripping.com/review/overall%20gear%20ratio.jpg
It's all about gear ratio range for fully loaded touring. Plus it's nice to have small steps between gears to maximise efficiency and minimise fatigue. While the Imotion9 does have a large ratio range, it's still way behind the rohloff.

Don't forget the Alfine 11 and it's 409% gear range, pretty close to the rohloff for less than rohloff price.