Amberjack Loafer vs Reef Shoes: Which Is Better?

Our verdict

The Amberjack Loafer and the Reef Shoes are too close to call — we rated both 9/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.

Side by side

AttributeAmberjack LoaferReef Shoes
Our rating9/109/10
Price$175$80
Best forThe Amberjack Loafer in Grizzly suede is the slip-on we reach for all winter.Shockingly comfortable and outrageously light—the everyday shoe you'll start inventing excuses to wear.
Standouts
  • Water-repellent suede handles cold, wet weather
  • Heat-activated arch support that forms to your foot over time
  • Comfortable out of the box, no break-in period needed
  • Dual-density outsole for all-day comfort
  • True to size
  • Insanely lightweight—among the lightest shoes the reviewer has tried
  • Springy, trampoline-like bounce in the midsole
  • True to size with no painful break-in period
  • Perfect for travel and long-distance walking
  • Versatile casual-sporty style works with most outfits

Which one is right for you?

Choose the Amberjack Loafer if…

The Amberjack Loafer in Grizzly suede is the slip-on we reach for all winter.

  • Water-repellent suede handles cold, wet weather
  • Heat-activated arch support that forms to your foot over time
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Choose the Reef Shoes if…

Shockingly comfortable and outrageously light—the everyday shoe you'll start inventing excuses to wear.

  • Insanely lightweight—among the lightest shoes the reviewer has tried
  • Springy, trampoline-like bounce in the midsole
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Why we rate them this way

Amberjack Loafer — 9/10

The Amberjack Loafer in Grizzly suede is the slip-on we reach for all winter.

What we liked: Water-repellent suede handles cold, wet weather, Heat-activated arch support that forms to your foot over time, Comfortable out of the box, no break-in period needed, Dual-density outsole for all-day comfort, True to size.

Reef Shoes — 9/10

Shockingly comfortable and outrageously light—the everyday shoe you'll start inventing excuses to wear.

What we liked: Insanely lightweight—among the lightest shoes the reviewer has tried, Springy, trampoline-like bounce in the midsole, True to size with no painful break-in period, Perfect for travel and long-distance walking, Versatile casual-sporty style works with most outfits.

On price, the Reef Shoes is the cheaper pick at $80, versus $175 — a difference of about $95.

Common questions

Is the Amberjack Loafer or the Reef Shoes better?

We rated both 9/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Amberjack Loafer: The Amberjack Loafer in Grizzly suede is the slip-on we reach for all winter. Reef Shoes: Shockingly comfortable and outrageously light—the everyday shoe you'll start inventing excuses to wear.

Which is cheaper, the Amberjack Loafer or the Reef Shoes?

The Reef Shoes is the cheaper of the two at $80, versus $175.

What's the difference between the Amberjack Loafer and the Reef Shoes?

Short version — Amberjack Loafer: The Amberjack Loafer in Grizzly suede is the slip-on we reach for all winter. Reef Shoes: Shockingly comfortable and outrageously light—the everyday shoe you'll start inventing excuses to wear.

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