Yes, boxer braids and Dutch braids are different. You will be glad to know that boxer braids and cornrow braids are the same things. Let's figure out the difference between a boxer and a Dutch braid. The major distinction between Dutch braids and boxer braids is in the weaving. With Dutch braids, you cross your strands under while holding the hair up at an angle, to create a bit of height, and you often pull apart the braid at the end for added volume. With boxers, you braid going down for a tighter, flatter effect against the scalp. In the boxer braid, you start weaving from the front and then keep adding a small amount of hair till the end.