Buying shoes online and finding they don't fit is one of the most common problems because sizing varies by brand. For example, a US 9 in Nike and a US 9 in adidas have different EU sizes. This article includes men's shoe size charts for popular brands and how to measure your feet accurately.
How to measure your foot length
- Place a piece of paper on a flat surface against a wall.
- Stand barefoot with your heel against the wall, distributing your weight normally.
- Have someone draw a straight line at the tip of your longest toe.
- Measure the distance from the wall to the line in centimeters. >
Tip: Measuring in the evening is more accurate because your feet swell slightly throughout the day. If your foot length falls between two sizes, choose the larger size.
Nike and Jordan Size Chart (Men)
| US | UK | EU | cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5.5 | 38.5 | 24 |
| 6.5 | 6 | 39 | 24.5 |
| 7 | 6 | 40 | 25 |
| 7.5 | 6.5 | 40.5 | 25.5 |
| 8 | 7 | 41 | 26 |
| 8.5 | 7.5 | 42 | 26.5 |
| 9 | 8 | 42.5 | 27 |
| 9.5 | 8.5 | 43 | 27.5 |
| 10 | 9 | 44 | 28 |
| 10.5 | 9.5 | 44.5 | 28.5 |
| 11 | 10 | 45 | 29 |
| 12 | 11 | 46 | 30 |
For most Nike and Jordan shoes, the US and UK sizes differ by 1 size (except for some sizes). Popular models like Jordan 1 High, Dunk, and Air Force 1 generally fit true to size. If you are concerned about authenticity, read How to Check if Jordan 1s Are Authentic or Fake.
adidas Size Chart (Men)
| US | UK | EU | cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5.5 | 38 2/3 | 23.8 |
| 6.5 | 6 | 39 1/3 | 24.2 |
| 7 | 6.5 | 40 | 24.6 |
| 7.5 | 7 | 40 2/3 | 25.1 |
| 8 | 7.5 | 41 1/3 | 25.5 |
| 8.5 | 8 | 42 | 25.9 |
| 9 | 8.5 | 42 2/3 | 26.3 |
| 9.5 | 9 | 43 1/3 | 26.7 |
| 10 | 9.5 | 44 | 27.1 |
| 10.5 | 10 | 44 2/3 | 27.6 |
| 11 | 10.5 | 45 1/3 | 28 |
| 12 | 11.5 | 46 2/3 | 28.8 |
adidas uses fractional EU sizes, such as 42 2/3, and US and UK sizes differ by half a size. The cm measurements in the chart are the recommended foot lengths for each size.
New Balance Size Chart (Men)
| US | UK | EU | cm |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 6.5 | 40 | 25 |
| 7.5 | 7 | 40.5 | 25.5 |
| 8 | 7.5 | 41.5 | 26 |
| 8.5 | 8 | 42 | 26.5 |
| 9 | 8.5 | 42.5 | 27 |
| 9.5 | 9 | 43 | 27.5 |
| 10 | 9.5 | 44 | 28 |
| 10.5 | 10 | 44.5 | 28.5 |
| 11 | 10.5 | 45 | 29 |
| 12 | 11.5 | 46.5 | 30 |
New Balance also differs by half a size between US and UK, like adidas, and many models offer different foot widths, such as D (standard) and 2E (wide), which are suitable for people with wide feet.
Convert Women's Sizes to Men's Sizes
Many sneaker models are sold in men's sizes (Unisex). If you normally wear a women's size, subtract 1.5 from the women's US size. For example, women's US 8.5 ≈ men's US 7. This method works for most Nike, adidas, and New Balance shoes, but you should always compare the cm measurement as well. Products with (W) at the end of the name, such as Nike Jordan 1 Low Wolf Grey (W), indicate women's sizes.
Browse Shoes by Your Size
Now that you know your size, browse only the pairs that are available in your size:
- US 7 Shoes
- US 7.5 Shoes
- US 8 Shoes
- US 8.5 Shoes
- US 9 Shoes
- US 9.5 Shoes
- US 10 Shoes
- US 10.5 Shoes
- US 11 Shoes
Frequently Asked Questions
What EU size is US 9?
It depends on the brand: Nike/Jordan US 9 = EU 42.5, adidas US 9 = EU 42 2/3, New Balance US 9 = EU 42.5
Should I size up?
If your foot length falls between two sizes, choose the larger size. If you have wide feet, you may want to go up half a size for models with a narrow fit.
Not sure about your size? Who can I ask?
Contact us on LINE @nicefeetth and tell us your usual size and the model you are interested in. Our team will help you compare sizes, or visit us at NiceFeet Siam Square Soi 2, open every day from 12:00–20:00.
This chart refers to the standard men's sizes for each brand. Some models may fit slightly differently, so you should always check the brand's chart as well.
