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Chaco is podiatrist recommended with it's high arch support and PU construction. They're very durable with an option of a Vibram sole. The PU midsole almost never wears out and you can get them re-laced and re-strapped for half as much as a brand new pair. They handle very well going in and out of the water. Birks have great support as well with their cork footbeds but the support wears out faster and they don't do well in the water for the most part. They both look stupid as hell to me but I'd go with Chaco, personally if function is your number 1 concern.
I'm quite religious about my birks, and advocate for them 100%, but Gato makes a good point that Chacos are waterproof. So I guess if you're looking for more everyday wear, Birks, and if you want something a little more recreational go for chacos.
Since you already have a pair of tevas I would go for the birks. Most comfortable shoe I have ever owned and as long as you don't wear them camping/hiking or in the water they last a pretty long time. I love my chacos just as much but since you already have the tevas you might as well get something different!
Just buy the chacos OP. There really isn't a situation where they're bad, at least not like birks which don't do well in water and have less of a sole for hiking and what not
