Our verdict
Here's how the The Best Allbirds and the Amberjack Sneakers stack up, side by side.
Our pick

The Best Allbirds

Amberjack Sneakers
$179
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| Attribute | The Best Allbirds | Amberjack Sneakers |
|---|---|---|
| Our rating | /10 | 8.5/10 |
| Best for | Finally: a sneaker that's polished and grown-up without being fussy—the shoe you grab when you want to look put-together. | |
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| Watch-outs | None we flagged |
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Finally: a sneaker that's polished and grown-up without being fussy—the shoe you grab when you want to look put-together.
- The leather quality on these is genuinely impressive for the price. Feels like a $300+ sneaker at half the cost.
- Most comfortable leather sneaker I've worn. The cushioning rivals my running shoes but looks 10x better.
Why we rate them this way
The Best Allbirds — /10
Amberjack Sneakers — 8.5/10
Finally: a sneaker that's polished and grown-up without being fussy—the shoe you grab when you want to look put-together.
What we liked: The leather quality on these is genuinely impressive for the price. Feels like a $300+ sneaker at half the cost., Most comfortable leather sneaker I've worn. The cushioning rivals my running shoes but looks 10x better., Clean enough for the office, comfortable enough for all-day walking. Finally one shoe that does both..
Worth knowing: The white leather shows scuffs easily. You'll need a leather cleaner within the first month., Runs slightly large — had to exchange for a half size down. Their sizing guide wasn't accurate for me..
Common questions
How much do the The Best Allbirds and Amberjack Sneakers cost?
The Amberjack Sneakers is listed at $179. We don't have a current price on file for the The Best Allbirds — check the latest on its review page.
What's the difference between the The Best Allbirds and the Amberjack Sneakers?
Short version — The Best Allbirds: . Amberjack Sneakers: Finally: a sneaker that's polished and grown-up without being fussy—the shoe you grab when you want to look put-together.