Boss do make the odd really crappy stomp box (like the GP-20) however most are OK though I haven't tried there multiFX boards.
Boss have a reputation for building indestructible pedals so there is probably not too much risk going second hand !
I also think they sound nicer than Digitech.
I'd go for second hand Boss kit.
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