Waders from the lower price brackets are fine IF you have limited expectations. Basically, you have to view them as disposable and depending on how much you fish, you may get 1-2 years out of a lower priced wader.
I looked at what I was shelling out for primo waders a few years ago when I needed to replace yet another pair of breathables that lasted 3 years and the bottom line for me was that spending three times as much for waders didn't seem to be giving me three times the leak-free lifespan.
Neoprene vs Breathables: It depends. IMO, neoprene are only worth it ONLY for very cold conditions where you'll be wading deep and for long periods of time. In any warmer conditions, you'll drown in your own sweat. They are incredibly hot.
Breathable waders give the best all-around comfort. By wearing a heavier base layer like Cabelas fleece wading pants, you can make them warmer, but they won't be as warm as neoprenes in very cold condtions.
A couple of additional US sources you may want to check out:
-Cabelas has a variety of waders at different price points.
- LL Bean has some good waders, surprisingly I'll be starting on my third season with their lowest priced "Emerger" breathables, which were only $129. I think this is somewhat down to luck, but even if I'd gotten only 1-2 seasons I'd feel I'd gotten my money's worth at this price.
- I can't give you any input on the Readheads. What I've heard about the Simms is that they are good given the price, but don't expect Guide model durability, you do still get what you pay for when it comes to Simms.
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