Are expensive gloves like Cleto Reyes actually worth it over a $50 pair?

Specialist-community consensus on r/amateur_boxing and r/fightgear is that premium leather gloves like Cleto Reyes deliver noticeably better durability, hand feel and longevity, but their dense padding is divisive for sparring partners. For a beginner training a few times a week, mid-tier options like Venum Elite or Everlast Powerlock 2 generally offer better value; serious amateurs and pros tend to justify the upgrade.