I have tried many brands and the only ones that seem to really work are Skinnys since they keep the toes apart. But they are expensive anyone know of a lower priced alternative?

You're right. Skinnys are the most comfortable and they do separate the toes but at $7.97 a pair, a little pricey. You might try Tng's The Beauty Book (http://www.tngworldwide.com/). They've got a pretty decent selection of slippers ranging from $.97 a pair all the way up to $14.97 a pair. They've also got biodegradable toe separators 12 pair for $1.97. Match them up with a cheap pair of flappers and your good to go at a fraction of the price.