Is $43.98 a good price for the Sperry Authentic Original Mule?

Yes. That is well under typical Sperry boat shoe pricing and the lowest of the 5 stores listing it new as of November 7, 2026.

How does the mule differ from the classic Authentic Original boat shoe?

It uses the same leather upper and rubber sole but drops the heel and laces, so it slips on. The trade-off is a looser fit at the back.

It comes in medium width and most buyers take their usual Sperry size. If you are between sizes or plan to wear thick socks, size up.

Yes. The faux fur lining and rubber outsole handle cool, dry days. It is not waterproof, so avoid deep puddles and snow.

Brown and beige, both in leather.

It is offered in medium width only, so wide feet may find it snug across the top.

At Sperry, for $43.98, 60% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

5 stores we checked sell it, including Sperry, Shop Simon, DSW, Nordstrom, Zappos.com.

$43.98at SperryObserved at 8:37 AM

60% under what the other stores charge

Compared across 5 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission. Price via Klarna.