This article is part of our series battle of brandswhere we compare category-leading products to similar products to determine which ones are really worth the money.
One brand has dominated the slipper game for years: Ugg.
But Ugg Scuffette II slippers are expensive, and Ugg isn’t necessarily the only option. As much as we tried and loved this highly-rated Amazon knitted pullover set and nightdress, we also saw that Amazon is also selling memory foam slippers from Donpapa for a quarter of the price.
Since savvy shoppers know that a product is only considered a deal if it’s worth the money and stands the test of time, I started comparing them, alternating a week between each product.
Not only are the more durable premium materials providing more heat absorption for a more comfortable feel, we’ve found that Uggs offer a better overall fit (especially for those with smaller feet), which is a testament to those who wear slippers every day Reasonably priced.
We found these slippers do a good job of keeping toes warm (not as good as Uggs) while being very comfortable thanks to the full faux fur lining and memory foam cushioning, perfect for those who don’t wear slippers very often and want something on a budget friendly stuff.
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|---|---|---|
| Material |
Suede and genuine shearling, Rubber sole |
Faux fur, rubber sole |
| size |
5-12 US, medium width |
Medium (7-8 SUs) |
| color |
11 |
7 |
| fit |
comfortable but a bit big |
True to size |
| feature |
Waterproof, trimmed and lined with genuine sheepskin |
Non-slip memory foam with faux fur trim and lining, machine washable |
| price |
$95 |
$23 |
To make sure you end up with a good pair of new cleats (as I affectionately call them) for your first try, you may need to order a different size than you normally would, depending on which brand you decide to order. For the Ugg Scuffette II, I found They run large so I ended up taking a size down (I usually wear a size 6.5-7, but was a size 6 with these slippers). Even though I’m a smaller size than I sometimes wear, there’s still room in the heel. They’re snug overall, but that just helps keep the slipper on because it tends to loosen over time.
For the Donpapa version, I wore the Medium (7-8 US), which is definitely bigger. If there was a smaller size, I could have gone a size smaller, but this version is just as good – nothing a comfy pair of socks can’t fix. But a word of caution before ordering this style: The brand tells shoppers to ignore the size number on the bottom of the sole, “This is a manufacturer size and does not represent a US size.” So only choose sizes medium, large, and extra large, and ignore Any numbers in product images (this can be confusing).
cozy and warm
My slippers are old considering I work from home and live in a shoeless household. So I can feel the difference between a pair of slippers that are just fine and one that will quickly disintegrate between my toes within a few weeks. When I tried on the Donpapa shoes, I was amazed at how silky the faux fur was to the touch—it runs all over the shoe, rather than just around the edges like some slip-on slippers. Plus, you can feel the memory foam cushioning with every step, and while neither base is particularly heavy, the Donpapa version is slightly thicker.
But there’s also Ugg style, with its suede exterior and cloud shearling made from real sheep or lambskin. Not only does this liner keep my feet warm for longer periods of time, but I also don’t have to worry about if I’m going to wear it out over the course of a few weeks or months. This premium liner can easily withstand the wear and tear of my feet for a year before showing signs of cracking under the pressure.
It would be nice if the slippers had a nice plush lining. But that doesn’t make me immune to the ice, which takes up my toes. I need some serious fur deep inside my slippers, real or faux, as insulation to keep them warm.
Overall, the fleece interior of the Ugg keeps me warm for longer and keeps my feet comfortable at all times.
materials and details
Both slippers are waterproof, an essential feature in the world of slippers. No one wants to ruin a good pair of house shoes with wet feet after the shower. With Ugg’s suede upper and fleece interior, that’s no problem. But where Donpapa’s rendition lets Ugg win is that their slippers are machine washable. However, there are pros and cons to these rounds of washing. Pros: You can wash away any potential foot sweat, dirt and odors. Cons: Each machine wash reduces the potential life and time of the faux fur.
But one aspect that both shoes lack is that they’re definitely slippers—and just slippers. Neither of them are house shoes, as their soles are on the fragile side. Of course, Ugg has better solutions to both of these, at a higher price point, namely the Tasman, Coquette and Diskette.
At first glance and wearing, the slippers seem similar.
Both slippers instantly accomplish their main goal: thaw out your feet and warm them up in no time. But Ugg’s real shearling does a better job of locking in and insulating feet from heat than comparable faux-fur linings. Plus, sheep and lambskin fur resists everyday wear better than faux fur linings.
While slippers provide instant warmth, the Ugg Scuffette II is a clear winner for women with smaller shoe sizes or those looking for higher quality materials due to the overall better interior sheepskin. But if, unlike me, you’re more of a casual slipper wearer, I can’t say there’s necessarily a reason to spend nearly four times as much on them. But if you want a low maintenance, machine washable option or a stronger sole, the Donpapa style is the best of the two.