New Versus Used Options

My husband and I have picked up some more affordable options over the past few years, so now I’m ready to experiment a bit. The question is: what should we choose? Those budget-friendly models never quite fit properly, so it makes sense to invest in something better.

I’ve noticed from reading here that most people struggle with getting the size right initially.

Should we consider buying a pre-owned model and adjusting as needed, or stick with new?

Appreciate any advice!