What are some good DSLRs for beginning photographers?

Nikon and Canon are the best. Canon is most of the time cheaper while Nikon has better quality and features. So what's a good beginning level DSLR for me. Canon or Nikon, doesn't matter. Which company is better?

You're mistaken on more than one level. The best for you is the one that has the features you need at the price you're willing to pay.

I hate nikon. I would always go with canon, though, olympus is starting to come out with some really great dslrs as well. And those are cheap. Try a micro-four thirds camera, in the PEN series at olympus.those are some good beginning cameras.

Scott's right. Both have outstanding cameras that are current. You don't say what your budget is and that would help seeing how they both have cameras from about $500 to $7000.
In Nikon I would forgo the D3100 for at the very least the D5100. The d5100 is better sensor in it.
In Canon I would rule out the XS/1000D and the T3/1100D. The XS is limited in ISO capability and you'll feel that pinch soon. If you are downgrading to the T3 because of cost, just buy the T2i. It's the same sensor as in the T3i without the articulating screen.
Then figure out which one fits you and your budget.

You can't go wrong with either brand. I had a hard time deciding on my first DSLR too (which I actually just got about 2 months ago).It's a Nikon 3100 & I highly recommend it. It's very easy to use & has great image quality.

Anything Sony is the best. They made Nikon's IPC processor chips until a little bit after 2011. Judge Sony's photo quality from my photography.
Take care. Peace

I have a Nikon D90. I can't say it is better or worse than any other DSLR because it's my first, and I have no other experience with DSLRs to compare it to. However, I will say it is NIKON all the way for me because I LOVE MINE! I suggest you compare some of the ones you are most interested in, and go with the one that has the most bells and whistles that you are interested in, possibly a few extras. That will keep you interested and learning and keep you from outgrowing your camera and needing an upgrade so soon. Snoop around some of the camera shops and see which one makes you feel happiest when it's in your hands.