Yes they are mostly uncomfortable but I'd still rather pay 5 times that for something half decent than wear something which is distracting to the point of causing you to make mistakes,JSP Hard hats ÂŁ3.99
Seems to me, they're all uncomfortable, and sweaty if you're working hard, so I won't throw money at them.
The only way most PPE will develop is if managers and guvnors get a sustained taste of what's it like to graft hard having to wear it all day. Meeeow ! LOL
I've never understood the attitude of only wearing rubbish gear that's issued to you, I don't mind contributing if it makes me safer or more comfortable!!