I purchased a pair of size 11M Old Friend and a pair of size 11M UGG boots so that I could compare fit, comfort, quality, and look. First both boot brands are made in China. I tried the boots with no socks.

FIT: The UGG boots fit closer to the leg due to a smaller cuff diameter. In the Old Friend boots, the cuff diameter is larger so the boots feel looser around the legs. On the Old Friend boots, the feet fit slightly looser due to a thicker foot base. So a person with a thicker feet (not wider) would feel the Old friend boots more comfortable. Width wise, both boots are about the same.

COMFORT: Both boot brands have wonderful thick warm sheep/lamb fur on the inside. The UGG boots are about 1/8 lighter than the Old Friend boots. The sheepskin and the sole on the UGG's boot is more flexible compared to Old Friend.

QUALITY: Both boot brands are well made. However, The Old Friend boots have more stitching. So they look rugged and might last longer than the UGG boots.

LOOK: The UGG boots look refined compared to the Old friend boots. Due to the wider cuff on the Old Friend boots, pant legs do not easily go over cover the cuff. However, plenty of room is available to tuck them inside the boot.