Our verdict
The Giesswein wool knit shoe and the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes are too close to call — we rated both 8/10. There's no clear winner here, so it comes down to what you want it for. We break that down below.
Giesswein wool knit shoe
Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes
Side by side
| Attribute | Giesswein wool knit shoe | Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes |
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| Our rating | 8/10 | 8/10 |
| Best for | A worthy alternative to Allbirds: lightweight, breathable, machine washable, and mercifully free of giant logos. | The RS01 Sneaker is well-built and washable, but the Driving Loafer causes heel blisters—pick carefully. |
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Which one is right for you?
Choose the Giesswein wool knit shoe if…
A worthy alternative to Allbirds: lightweight, breathable, machine washable, and mercifully free of giant logos.
- Lightweight at 265g, comparable to Allbirds Tree Runner
- Comfortable and wearable without socks
Choose the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes if…
The RS01 Sneaker is well-built and washable, but the Driving Loafer causes heel blisters—pick carefully.
- Machine washable
- Better built and sturdier than Allbirds
Why we rate them this way
Giesswein wool knit shoe — 8/10
A worthy alternative to Allbirds: lightweight, breathable, machine washable, and mercifully free of giant logos.
What we liked: Lightweight at 265g, comparable to Allbirds Tree Runner, Comfortable and wearable without socks, Machine washable, Very breathable for summer, Subtle design without large branding.
Worth knowing: Best for warm weather; skip if you run cold.
Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes — 8/10
The RS01 Sneaker is well-built and washable, but the Driving Loafer causes heel blisters—pick carefully.
What we liked: Machine washable, Better built and sturdier than Allbirds, Excellent heel padding and comfortable insole, Made from recycled water bottles (sustainable), Reliable fit with proper sizing.
Worth knowing: Driving Loafer causes heel blisters and heel rubbing, Heavier than competitors (430g vs Allbirds' 226g), No half sizes—must size up if between sizes.
Common questions
Is the Giesswein wool knit shoe or the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes better?
We rated both 8/10 — it's a genuine toss-up. Giesswein wool knit shoe: A worthy alternative to Allbirds: lightweight, breathable, machine washable, and mercifully free of giant logos. Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes: The RS01 Sneaker is well-built and washable, but the Driving Loafer causes heel blisters—pick carefully.
What's the difference between the Giesswein wool knit shoe and the Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes?
Short version — Giesswein wool knit shoe: A worthy alternative to Allbirds: lightweight, breathable, machine washable, and mercifully free of giant logos. Our honest Rothy’s Men’s Shoes: The RS01 Sneaker is well-built and washable, but the Driving Loafer causes heel blisters—pick carefully.