Cotic Solarismax should be added to your list - check their website as they will do demo rides. I have a Solaris 2 XL and love it - the Max is a bit more and takes a 140 fork if you want.
This is a bit different, because it's a custom titanium frame builder, but this 29er from Corvid Cycles shreds! Anyone in the US that wants a locally built frame should check them out. https://www.corvidcycles.com
I've got 2000km on my Moxie and absolutely love it. I'm 5'9" on a Long and it fits great, climbs, corners and descends amazingly. I can usually keep up to my peers on their Troys, Spartan, 134, etc.