New Balance Boys' Size Chart
Complete boys' sizing guide for New Balance with measurements, fit tips, and conversions
Use this boys size chart to compare your measurements against New Balance's official sizing. Each table shows body measurements and international conversions.
Fit Notes
New Balance is one of the few remaining volume brands that actually sells its shoes in real widths — B, D, 2E, 4E, and 6E — and the length only makes sense once the width is right. Most Made-in-USA models (990, 993, 998, 992) run true to size in length but roomier in the toe box than a comparable Nike or Adidas, and the 990v6 in particular has a more accommodating forefoot than the v5. Apparel is cut athletic-standard and reliably true to size, with the Made in USA capsule using a slightly more tailored block. The Fresh Foam and FuelCell running lines are drafted narrower than the classic 990 family.
Common Sizing Mistakes
The single most common mistake is picking a standard-width New Balance and finding it too tight through the forefoot when a 2E would have solved it — New Balance is where a lot of runners discover they've been wearing narrow shoes their whole career. The second is assuming the 990 and the 574 fit the same; the 574 is noticeably narrower and shorter in the toe box, so a 990 buyer usually needs to size up half in a 574. A third pitfall: the 550, despite being a lifestyle silhouette, uses a basketball-inspired last that fits shorter than the 990 by nearly a half size.
How New Balance Compares
Against Nike, New Balance runs a bit longer at the same nominal size and is considerably wider through the forefoot at the same width designation. Against Brooks — the closest technical-running comparison — New Balance is similar in length but generally offers a wider standard toe box, and Brooks' 2E is closer to NB's D. Against Hoka, New Balance sits lower to the ground and feels more secure through the midfoot at the same size.
Size data referenced from New Balance's size chart page, last verified July 2026.
Last updated: Q3 2026 · Reviewed quarterly by JC, SizeHub editor
Kids' Sizing
Shoes — Babies & Toddlers (0–3 Years)
| US Kids | UK | EU | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 15 | 8 |
| 1 | 0.5 | 16 | 8.5 |
| 1.5 | 1 | 16.5 | 9 |
| 2 | 1.5 | 17 | 9.5 |
| 2.5 | 2 | 18 | 10 |
| 3 | 2.5 | 18.5 | 10 |
| 3.5 | 3 | 19 | 10.5 |
| 4 | 3.5 | 20 | 11 |
| 4.5 | 4 | 20.5 | 11.5 |
| 5 | 4.5 | 21 | 12 |
| 5.5 | 5 | 21.5 | 12 |
| 6 | 5.5 | 22.5 | 12.5 |
| 6.5 | 6 | 23 | 13 |
| 7 | 6.5 | 23.5 | 13.5 |
| 7.5 | 7 | 24 | 14 |
| 8 | 7.5 | 25 | 14.5 |
| 8.5 | 8 | 25.5 | 15 |
| 9 | 8.5 | 26 | 15 |
| 9.5 | 9 | 26.5 | 15.5 |
| 10 | 9.5 | 27.5 | 16 |
Shoes — Children (4–7 Years)
| US Kids | UK | EU | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10.5 | 10 | 28 | 16.5 |
| 11 | 10.5 | 28.5 | 17 |
| 11.5 | 11 | 29 | 17.5 |
| 12 | 11.5 | 30 | 17.5 |
| 12.5 | 12 | 30.5 | 18 |
| 13 | 12.5 | 31 | 18.5 |
| 13.5 | 13 | 32 | 19 |
| 1Y | 13.5 | 32.5 | 19 |
| 1.5Y | 1 | 33 | 19.5 |
| 2Y | 1.5 | 33.5 | 20 |
| 2.5Y | 5 | 34.5 | 20.5 |
| 3Y | 2.5 | 35 | 21 |
Shoes — Youth & Teens (8–16 Years)
| US Kids | US Men | US Women | UK | EU | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5Y | 3.5 | 5 | 3 | 35.5 | 21.5 |
| 4Y | 4 | 5.5 | 3.5 | 36 | 22 |
| 4.5Y | 4.5 | 6 | 4 | 37 | 22.5 |
| 5Y | 5 | 6.5 | 4.5 | 37.5 | 23 |
| 5.5Y | 5.5 | 7 | 5 | 38 | 23.5 |
| 6Y | 6 | 7.5 | 5.5 | 38.5 | 24 |
| 6.5Y | 6.5 | 8 | 6 | 39 | 24.5 |
| 7Y | 7 | 8.5 | 6.5 | 40 | 25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does New Balance run true to size?
Yes, New Balance runs true to size and offers multiple width options for a customized fit.
Are New Balance shoes good for wide feet?
Absolutely. New Balance is one of the best brands for wide feet, offering shoes in B, D, 2E, and 4E widths.
How does New Balance compare to Nike?
New Balance runs slightly wider than Nike and offers more width options. Length is comparable.
How to Measure
Chest
Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape horizontal.
Waist
Measure around your natural waistline, keeping the tape comfortably loose.
Hips
Stand with feet together and measure around the fullest part of your hips.