AdidasvsThe North Face, Size Comparison
Adidas tends to run smaller than The North Face. If you wear a Medium at The North Face, you may need a Large at Adidas. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Adidas vs The North Face sizing, quick answer
Adidas runs about one size smaller than The North Face. If you wear a Medium at The North Face, you'll likely need a Large at Adidas. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
- Adidas: fits true to size
- The North Face: runs large
- If between sizes: size up at the brand that runs smaller, or use the fit checker below for a personalised recommendation.
Brand guide
Compare how Adidas and The North Face usually fit, where cuts feel slimmer or roomier, and which categories are most predictable.
GENERAL BRAND GUIDANCE
This is a general brand-level sizing summary, not an exact product recommendation. For your specific size, paste a product link into the fit checker.
The Verdict
Adidas sizing compared to The North Face: Adidas fits true to size while The North Face runs large. Here is how the sizes translate.
Adidas tends to run smaller than The North Face. If you wear a Medium at The North Face, you may need a Large at Adidas. For a measurement-based recommendation, use the fit checker.
Category Match-up
Size Conversion Table
* Indicative only. For your personalised size at both brands,
Common Questions
Does Adidas run smaller than The North Face?
Adidas runs about one size smaller than The North Face. If you wear a Medium at The North Face, you'll likely need a Large at Adidas. For an exact recommendation, build a free fit profile.
Should I size up or down at Adidas vs The North Face?
Size up one at Adidas compared to The North Face. Adidas runs smaller, so if you wear a Medium at The North Face, try a Large at Adidas, especially for fitted tops and tailored bottoms.
If I'm a Medium at Adidas, what size am I at The North Face?
Since Adidas runs smaller than The North Face, a Medium at Adidas is roughly equivalent to a Small at The North Face. Use the ThisFits fit checker for a recommendation based on your measurements.
Does Adidas or The North Face fit differently by category?
Yes, fit varies meaningfully by category. Tops, Bottoms can each fit differently than the brand's overall tendency suggests. See the Category Match-up section below for per-category guidance.
Which brand is more accurate to its size chart, Adidas or The North Face?
Adidas and The North Face both publish official size charts, but real-world fit varies by fabric, cut and category. The ThisFits engine cross-references published charts with shopper fit reports across 197+ brands to predict your size in each.
What if I'm between sizes at Adidas and The North Face?
If you're between sizes, Adidas tends to fit closer to the body, so trying the larger size first usually means fewer returns. Always confirm each retailer's return policy before ordering.