There are pros and cons. I use one regularly but you really need to practice with it to get the same dynamics you can get from a mic on a stand. Once you get to that point, I even forget it is there. You also have to remember it is always on. So coughing or talking to a bandmate needs to be discreet.
The best inexpensive headset I have used is the Shure SM35. To my ears it sounds close to a Shure SM58, my usual vocal mic.
I picked up a Countryman (the rigid one ) that was on sale and I really like that mic. It was relatively inexpensive compared to other Countryman models. I use it with a Shure wireless system that sells for a little over 2 bills.
I tend to use the wireless headset more on solo gigs. I like the fact that no mic stand is in front of me. It seems more intimate with the audience.
When playing with my trio I usually just use an SM58, not sure why but it is just a no brainer.
Hope that helps.
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