Bender is right in that they lose some (not all) stiffness over time. However, I like that; for daily wear I do not like the super stiff belts.
I have one Crossbreed belt that I have worn daily for four years and has lost some stiffness. But still plenty sturdy enough to carry a shield or p320 subcompact. Not so great for full size metal gun. I terms of material holding up in appearance, you'd never how much I've worn it.
So it comes down to personal preference and what your carrying. As we all know bender likes those metal Czech guns he keeps tempting us with, so consider what you'll carry.