It is likely the same as anything else. We all like it when we can find something 'cheaper', however, at some point a line is crossed and what you get is not worth it. There is a lot of material and energy wasted on 'cheap' products.

For example I much prefer to drive an older Mercedes that holds up well and has new parts available decades after it build rather than purchase a new car that after seven years will have little news parts available besides typical maintenance items.