Ugg vs Emu Boot. Which One is Better?
Ugg vs Emu boot: I was browsing Endless and ran into something that looked exactly like Uggs, but was called Emu boot. I got curious because Endless claimed that Emu boots were also sheepskin boots and originated from Australia. Since the price for the Emu boot was much lower than for pretty much any Ugg boot (even if they were on sale) and since Endless has free shipping and returns, I could help myself and got myself a pair of Emu Bronte Mini boot. I think I paid $32 total.
They arrived quickly and I was pleasantly pleased with them, so I thought I would write an unbiased review for my faithful subscribers.
First of all, let me say that Emu boots are NOT Ugg knockoffs. Internet rumor says that the guy who created the brand used to work for Uggs, but left and opened his own business.
Emu boots are not fake like some people like to say. Yes, they are made in China, but so are Ugg boots. (Isn’t everything made in China these days anyway?)
The insides of Emu boot are 100% wool. It is very soft and not itchy, however if you are allergic to wool, these boots are not for you.
Emu boots are made from Australian sheepskin only. The suede is real as well. People who say otherwise don’t know what they are talking about. Unless they got fake Emu boots.
Emu boots were found in 1994, but they seemed to become popular in the U.S. only recently. Some say that the reason Uggs are more popular and more expensive is because they made a better advertising campaign. Many Ugg lovers say that the quality of Emu boots is not as good as the Uggs, but I read a number of reviews where people were swearing that Emu boot is much more durable and much more comfortable than Ugg.
While comfort is the matter of preference, the price of Emu boot is definitely better.
I am going to keep my Emu boots, because they are super warm (much warmer than my Ugg Swell boots) and the price was hard to beat. If you decide to buy Emu boot, keep in mind that some models run really big. I am usually a size 7.5-8, but I was able to comfortable fit in size 6 Emu Bronte boot.
Actually not all emu boots have the wool. Just the cheaper versions. They do have their premium boots which has the same stuff as Uggs have. Plus emu’s have an arch support, they are water resistant. You still need to water proof them and be careful.
I’ve personally owned both Uggs and premium emu boots, the Emu’s are better made and way more comfortable. plus i’ve notice ugg seems to copy emu styles. Emu’s had different styles up the sides of their boots way before Uggs came out with the botton bailey. So yeah Emu’s are way more valuable no matter what the high schoolers are saying. :/
I’ve also discovered Bearpaws recently. The styles are very similar and they are really warm. I have a pair of clogs (Jasmine, I think), which are pretty cute and relatively comfy, but their quality is not the best. I also have crochet Bearpaw boots, which are awesome: stylish, WARM and INEXPENSIVE! The quality is outstanding, so I think it is a hit-or-miss.
thank you fallon(: that helps too(: i have emus, & i wanted to know if they were the premuim ones, i love my emus, i have uggs too & i noticed the sole & the bottom on the uggs isnt as strong as emus
Hey EMU SUX UGG ROX
I WANT UGGS BUT MIGHT TRY THE EMUS HOPE THEY WORK OUT.
emus are better than uggs hands down. i own both. i have a grey pair of ugg upside and two pairs of emus (both are premium). i love emus because they have arch support insoles and a rubber tread sole that uggs just don’t have. my upsides have these rubber pods on the bottom, but they don’t grip as well as my emus. they also don’t have arch support and i thought they were way to expensive for their price. my feet feel better after walking around in emus for an entire days. if you wear uggs, you are wearing the brand, not the quality (or the style).
I’ve had Emus for two years and I must admit I haven’t been as thrilled with them as some others here. Mine stretched out and became more like 80s moon boots. I really didn’t beat them up, but they have become so uncomfortable because my foot slides around in them even with super thick socks, I had to get rid of them. I just got a pair of Uggs, it could be they’ll turn out to be terrible too, but so far they are much more comfortable.
I have had 2 pairs of uggs and one pair of emu. I dance 12 hours a week and need some total support for my feet. I feel that the emu hurt your heels after walking all day long, where my uggs give me no issue. I do like the arch support of the emu boots though. The uggs are flatter and more solid. The uggs are much warmer and I would rather spend the money for the comfort and warmth of uggs.
I have a pair of Uggs and a pair premium Emu boots. I love them both but my Emu’s are much more comfortable since they have support for your feet. I paid 190 for my Uggs and 245 for my Emus so i dont know why people are saying there is a major price jump. Both are equally soft and it just depends on when you wear it. i tend to wear my Emus when its colder and my Uggs when its slightly warmer outside.
Alisha,
I know what you mean. Some Emu’s are really expensive while Uggs (especially if you can fit in to a kids size) can be bought for around $100.
However, I frequently see Emu’s on sale (on Amazon, for example they do 50% off a few times a year), but not the Uggs.
I THINK EMUS ARE UGLY AND SUCK WHILE UGGS ARE AWSOME AND WAY MORE SOFTER AND HAVE MORE STYLES AND COLORS. EMUS ARE MENT FOR THE NON POPS AND UGGS FOR THE RICH POPS. WELL EMUS ARE KINDA IN A WAY NICE BUT NOT AS NICE AS UGGS!!!!!!!!!