I tried on and looked at a whole ton of vests when I bought a couple years ago. I set a budget of $200 or less.
My requirements were that it have a comfy seat, quiet fabric, planty of pockets that close securely, and the ability to use a hydration bladder.
I wound up with a Red Head. It has done everything I have asked of it, and I'm still happy with it.
I'm getting too old to still be this dumb - DM