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Back to the Roots vs Allbirds

An independent side-by-side ethics comparison of Back to the Roots and Allbirds across certifications, average sustainability score and product range.

Back to the Roots

Higher score

92/100 avg ethics

1 products tracked

Certifications

USDA OrganicNon-GMOB Corp
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Allbirds

89.8/100 avg ethics

6 products tracked

Certifications

B CorpFSC CertifiedRegenerative Organic CertifiedCarbon NeutralVegan
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Top Back to the Roots products

Organic Heirloom Culinary Herb Garden Kit
92Excellent
USDA OrganicNon-GMOB Corp
4.4 (12,500)

An all-in-one indoor gardening kit featuring organic seeds and nutrient-rich soil designed for urban homesteaders.

Top Allbirds products

Women's Tree Runners
94Excellent
B CorpFSC CertifiedRegenerative Organic Certified
4.8 (14,200)

Lightweight, breathable sneakers made from FSC-certified eucalyptus tree fiber and sugarcane-based 'SweetFoam' soles.

Tree Dasher 2 Running Shoe
92Excellent
B CorpFSC CertifiedCarbon Neutral
4.6 (1,200)

A high-performance running shoe made from sustainably sourced eucalyptus tree fibers and FSC-certified natural rubber. known for its extreme comfort and carbon-neutral production process.

The Tree Runner

Allbirds

The Tree Runner

$$
91Excellent
B CorpFSC Certified
4.8 (14,200)

A lightweight, breathable walking shoe made from FSC-certified eucalyptus tree fiber and a carbon-negative sugarcane midsole.

Tree Dasher 2

Allbirds

Tree Dasher 2

$$$
89Excellent
B CorpFSC CertifiedVegan
4.7 (8,900)

A performance running shoe made from eucalyptus tree fiber and sugarcane-based foam, boasting a carbon-neutral footprint.

The Tree Dasher 2
88Excellent
B CorpFSC Certified
4.6 (8,400)

A high-performance running shoe crafted from carbon-neutral eucalyptus tree fibers and sugarcane-based foam, balancing athletic utility with industry-leading sustainability.

Women's Tree Dashers 2
85Excellent
B CorpFSC Certified
4.5 (5,200)

A carbon-neutral running shoe made from eucalyptus tree fibers and sugarcane foam designed for everyday miles.

Frequently asked: Back to the Roots vs Allbirds

Which is more ethical, Back to the Roots or Allbirds?+

Back to the Roots scores higher on independent ethics scoring: Back to the Roots averages 92/100 vs Allbirds at 89.8/100.

Which has more certifications?+

Back to the Roots appears with 3 verified certifications (USDA Organic, Non-GMO, B Corp). Allbirds appears with 5 (B Corp, FSC Certified, Regenerative Organic Certified, Carbon Neutral, Vegan).

Are these scores independent?+

Yes. Both brands are scored by the same methodology — never paid placement. See our methodology page for the weighting.