Kitchen pipes are fine if you have some disposable income. Remember, that if you decide to proceed with the pipes... you'll need that money eventually in order to upgrade.

The beauty of Uileann Pipes is that you start small, and add-on as you learn. Sure the sound is different, but I personally prefer the tones.

The ONE thing that you need to be aware of is that the BAG is essential in its quality. One that won't hold air is worthless... and there are a LOAD of cheap sets that have porous bags. You can try to seal them, but it's tough.