RE: Next plane / First plane
I too like my .60 the best. Just put a .91 2s, but the .61 2s flew it fine...just wanted more power/speed.
I really just suggested the .25e because the OP said he wanted to stay electric and thought this would be the easiest plane for someone brand new to attempt to get going all electric.
But, with some guidance and cash...no reason he couldnt get a .40 or .60 and convert it.
Personally...I think the .25e with agood 32brushless(say a NEO 32 or MonsterPower 32 from hobbypartz or even theeFlight 32 if you just want to spend the extra coin) on the nose would be a pure blast!