the quest for the best--within limits


many threads appear on these forums of the following type:

what is the best (fill in component type) that costs less than (fill in the price point) ?

i am curious as to why there are so many threads of this type, when, i suspect, the originator of the thread probably realizes that there is no definitive answer to such a question.
mrtennis
I believe it's just a matter of people not having the buying power they used to have. Not just what they have in the bank but also what they can afford to put on credit. It's the economy.

Also, they rely on those who have gone before them and their sage advice.

All the best,
Nonoise
I don't think they mean best literally, but are asking for members favorites, to start a short list for exploring.