QOL depends on where you're based, what equipment, seniority, commuting etc etc. Pay wise were about on par with the higher earning regionals. People on forums are generally people that complain, and your life is going to be crappy anywhere on reserve regardless of regional.
I think Skywest has a great corporate culture, a proven track record as a company and a multitude of bases. Upgrade time is 4 years right now and dropping, attrition right now Is about 30 at my seniority (4 years in) and rumors I've heard at the school house point to a further drop coming.