I only have experience with Rem 1100 and High Standard (forget the model). Both worked 100% and kicked little but you'd have to buy/modify short barrels for the HS. Rem 1100 is easier to load.
I have an 1100 20 gauge youth model 21" bbl and synthetic stock,I added a Choate extended tube and a Hi-Vis front sight.It is very fast and points very quick.Recoil is light, shot to shot splits are very fast. BILLG