What price range are you looking at? I'm guessing that if you're considering the Mossberg, it's not four-figures?

Not that the Mossberg's a bad gun. I know many people who have them. Though I personally don't like the feel of the Mossberg, I started off with a late-70s Wingmaster. Not only does the Mossberg feel like a club to me in comparison, so does the more recent 870 Express line (which I also have one of).

The truth is probably best told in how well whatever you're looking at fits you. How it comes up, how it swings, and then base your conclusion on what feels most comfortable to you.