I think like all brand names, the top one's pull a price they do based on there name and NOT always any better
your not shooting for money here, your hunting
NO one really makes a BAD product due to legal liability reasons!
I personally went to a x bow for medical reasons too, and if I was to buy again, I would be looking at the reverse draw /limb models, they are way more balanced IMO than any traditional designed one
not to talk you out of any model you have in mind, but I would highly recommend shooting both types before deciding!
also pay attention to noise of bows, some are for sure louder than others, and also HOW they are cocked! having built in hand cracks tend to IMO be more repeat accurate as they tend to load the same(think better form here for a bow hunter) BUT many also make a LOT of noise while being cranked!
some reverse limb models are about ONLY able to be loaded with one or a sled they provide, and if NOT attached to the bow, I have known more than one guy that lost or forgot there's (left at truck) LOL )
so being able to have a spare in a pack(like an extra release for bow hunters) is a plus, but they be VERY pricey too!