I may not be the best to ask as my last pair of skates were an entry level CCMs that cost me £50. Stepping from them into the White K's felt like bliss as a result, and I found them a lot comfier around the top of my foot compared to other skates I tried. Originally I was going to pick up the 9ks which were cheaper but admittedly I was turned by the pretty design on the White K's. Im a lot more agile on the ice with them for sure however, they feel a lot comfier and supportive too.