I recommend the the Beretta AL391 Optima (over bored). Several levels of finish and bling, but they are all based on same stuff where it counts.
I have tried a several guns in that price range and keep coming back to the Beretta AL391 Urika.
The Remington 1100 just does not feel right to me...just does not fit me well.
Benelli make a nice gun and they feel go to mount, but they seem harsh and I had problems with lighter loads.
Some say the Beretta takes too much cleaning time.
After every outing, I run a bore snake through my Beretta and give the action & trigger group a good shot of cleaner/lube, but I only clean the gas system every three to four cases of shells. Works for me, but your mileage may vary.