Visit shops or repair techs in your area and ask what they use, and if they would buy another one when that one dies. What do they like and dislike about it.
I have used Weller irons all my electronic life. I like the WTCP series, but they make a variety. I also use Pace equipment. More costly but I like it, been using my Pace desolder station for decades now.
But there are other good brands like Hakko that I have never used, but many like them a lot. So you can find good equipment that is not what is in my shop.