Timberland Premium vs Basic 6 inch: Two Classic Boots Head to Head

If you are ever out at the store shopping for boots you will always come across a pair (or two) of Timberlands. They are the absolute classic ankle boots, that’s for sure. And for good reason. Timberland makes great products (even having expanded into clothes, watches, and more).

Starting with the Basic, which is the one we all know and love, Timberland has gotten it right for decades. But now you also have the Premium model if you want to spend a little extra and get all the extra features and upgrades.

The big question is: Is it worth it?

In this review, I will show you exactly what the differences are and whether they matter.

Let’s start with a quick comparison table to show how they compare head to head…

The Difference Between The Premium & Basic

Style

Aside from some color differences (each model has different colors to choose from, so ignore that for now) these boots look pretty darn similar when put side by side.

But when you analyze them in detail you will start to notice a few small differences in style like the two-part sole, the padded collar, and slight tread differences in the Premium model.

Comfort Is The Big One

Timberland has taken the Basic and upped the ante with the Premium by adding a few things to improve the comfort of the boot.

Starting at the top, there is the padded collar. Now, if you have ever had a boot rubbing on your Achilles all day long, you will know what a lifesaver this can be. No more raw skin. Of course, not everyone has this problem, and it depends on how the Basic sits on your foot. But it’s a great addition.

Further down the boot in the sole, they have also added an additional mid-sole for extra c