They are comfy and worked well til they broke and to be honest we're not too upset they broke as they did their job, my OH and I had never tried clipless before so weren't sure if we'd like it so the price was perfect, if we didn't get on with them we hadn't lost lots of money. Now we know we like clipless we've now bought more expensive shoes.
thanks for the (anti) tip on the shoes - i was considering the velcro strap version until i saw your post. Last time round I rejected the lace up version (maybe the same this time) as I didn't like the look of the laces going through extra fitted loops rather than simple lace holes - looked like multiple potential points of failure to me.
In general, Aldi stuff seems slightly better. A bit wary of the shorts until I actually see them, the pads can be a bit.... inconsistent. The tops, compression stuff, socks etc. is all good stuff though, go for it
I'm gonna have a look at the casual shorts and base layers. I've got loads of tops now, I really don't need more of them 
I bought the velcro ones a few years ago to see if I wanted to go clipless (i did so eventally upgraded). They lasted me about 2,000 miles / 6 months, I'm not sure they are designed for year round commuting! But would be great for occasional usage. The velco was a bit iffy, but my main issue was the sole, which eventually became so flexible that I couldn't clip out!
Yes the shoes are ok for occasional use but for day to day riding they are not up to the job, i have had 2 pairs crack across the sole plate after about 5-6 months so i bought some better shoes in the ned.
