⚖️ Comparison · Updated for 2026

UK Shoe Size vs US Shoe Size

Side-by-side comparison, when-to-use-each guide, and instant conversion. Reviewed for 2026.

Quick answer: For men: US size = UK size + 1 (UK 9 = US 10). For women: US size = UK size + 2 (UK 6 = US 8). EU sizes are completely different — they measure foot length in Paris points (⅔ cm). Sizing varies between brands, especially in athletic shoes.

Use UK Shoe Size when…

UK and Ireland retail, parts of Africa using British colonial sizing.

Use US Shoe Size when…

US retail, US-influenced markets (Philippines, parts of Latin America).

Aspect	UK Shoe Size	US Shoe Size
Men's UK 9	UK 9	US 10
Men's UK 10	UK 10	US 11
Women's UK 5	UK 5	US 7
Women's UK 6	UK 6	US 8
Length basis	Inverted barleycorn system	Inverted barleycorn system (different zero)

Frequently asked

Are men's and women's UK shoe sizes the same?

Same numbering, same length per size — but the lasts (foot shapes) differ. A men's UK 6 and a women's UK 6 are the same overall length but different proportions across the toes and arch.

Where can I find a chart with EU sizes?

Try the UK to EU and US to EU shoe converters on this site — they handle men's, women's and kids' separately.

Reviewed for 2026. All conversion factors and historical references verified against official sources (ISO standards, government weights & measures legislation, IEC technical specifications). Built by a UK-based qualified primary teacher and FA Level 2 coach as part of 247QuickTools' free utility-tools project. We don't sell SEO links or accept paid placements in this content.

Frequently asked questions

Are men's and women's UK shoe sizes the same?

Same numbering, same length per size — but the lasts (foot shapes) differ. A men's UK 6 and a women's UK 6 are the same overall length but different proportions across the toes and arch.

Where can I find a chart with EU sizes?

Try the UK to EU and US to EU shoe converters on this site — they handle men's, women's and kids' separately.