I can Recommend Phoenix Evolution or 2000 Made by Lanyu Now Volantex
I just crashed my Phoenix Evolution and I am extremely pleased with the way it held up. It came apart where expected and can be fixed The fuselage suffered no damage.
I would Highly recommend it for a beginner. It is also convertible from 1.6m to 2.6 m wing span.
Well built plane...EPO is incredibly strong. I don't know why all planes aren't made of this particular density EPO