Between the 2,pick remington IF you have the money-not just for or counting rifle,but also for decent glass on top. Too many people buy a rifle,only to then discover they don't have enough money left to purchase a good scope for it. So IF you have the money,go for the remington between the 2,but if you don't,get the marlin and spend the difference on better scope. I have a marlin in the safe awaiting my buddy to come get it. Ordered it as gift for him,and was extremely impressed by the ergonomics/features and accuracy of it out of box.