I chose Aegis Ones for a small home office system after listening to most of the others you mention. Nice and smooth with enough detail to hold my interest. A little rolled off on top. The Stereophile review was accurate, imo.
But, all of these speakers have their own character. You might prefer one of the others. In this price range, you should try to hear (and look and touch - some differences in fit and finish) before buying.
But, all of these speakers have their own character. You might prefer one of the others. In this price range, you should try to hear (and look and touch - some differences in fit and finish) before buying.