I use DSD's upright & feeder hens. I have pretty good luck with them. Hens usually come up and hang around, get comfortable. Then I end up with a 4 or 5 hen set-up with motion. I used to complain about the price too, But my feeder is 2 seasons old and the upright is 1 season old, and they will pass for brand new.
Good Luck!
Clint