Blundstone and Redback boots are both renowned Australian boot brands. But unlike Blundstones, Redback boots are still made in Australia and feature a more rugged aesthetic and design made for work and construction. Redbacks have a semi-translucent and slightly more grippy sole than the Blundstone 500. Blundstone boots are more minimal, with a wider ranger of material iterations, and designed more for urban dwellers. So the answer is more dependant upon your intended use and personal style.