I'm a firm believer that you get what you pay for. If you buy a 5 dollar pair of shoes that's exactly what you'll get.. they won't last too long and they sure as hell won't be comfy..
I go to wally world for things like school supplies, office supplies and when they have a sale on something of interest..
Let's face it.. they do have name brand things too.. Hell they're even carrying levi brand now!