Rhode Island Reds vs. Buff Orpingtons

[DrakeMaiden]

I don't know if anyone has asked this before, but if you had to choose one of these breeds, which would you go with for a dual purpose, part time free-ranging flock?

Let's try to have a civil discussion!

 

[Black Feather]

Goodness, why choose...get both!

I am a bit partial to the RIR's though and think they may be a bit better layers while the Orps would be better meat birds.

Urban Coyote

 

[Tuffoldhen]

I've raised both and like them the same!! Mine were both good laying breeds.

 

[DrakeMaiden]

Thanks Urban Coyote! We are thinking about getting both, but I just wanted to hear what was better about each breed. You answered my question and affirmed that we should try both anyway.

 

[DrakeMaiden]

Thank you for your response Tuffoldhen.

I suspect we will like them both about the same too.

 

[NYREDS]

Both were developed as a dual-purpose breed and should serve you well as a backyard flock. Personally I prefer the Reds but not for any objective reason, I just like them better.

 

[MissPrissy]

Both. Look for breeder stock if you want deep colored beautiful birds.

Bama chicken has RIRs and sells eggs. My broody hatched gorgeous babies.

Jody has wonderful BO's and has eggs too.

I have BO's and the RIR in with my big red orp cockeral.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=80765&p=11

 

[sara]

I say orps, just because I've never met a RIR rooster I liked, and I love roos. Of course they were all hatchery RIR so maybe good breeder stock would have a better personality.

 

[EweSheep]

Quote:
DITTO!
But dont forget Miss Prissy for her Orps!

 

[Pumpkinpup]

I much prefer the orps for there temperment, size and all out good looks