Boxing Glove Size Calculator
Enter your weight and how you train to find the right boxing glove size in ounces for the heavy bag, pads and sparring, plus the right hand wraps.
What size boxing gloves do I need?
For the heavy bag, most people under 120 lb use 10 to 12 oz, 120 to 150 lb use 12 oz, 150 to 180 lb use 14 oz and over 180 lb use 16 oz. For sparring, most adults use 16 oz. Kids usually wear 4 to 8 oz gloves.
How to use the boxing glove size calculator
Enter your body weight in pounds.
Bag work, sparring or both.
Adults and teens, or a child.
Get glove ounces and hand wrap length.
Boxing glove size chart
| Body weight | Heavy bag / pads | Sparring |
|---|---|---|
| Kids under 70 lb | 4 to 6 oz | 6 oz |
| Kids 70 lb+ | 6 to 8 oz | 8 oz |
| Under 120 lb | 10 to 12 oz | 14 oz |
| 120 to 150 lb | 12 oz | 14 to 16 oz |
| 150 to 180 lb | 14 oz | 16 oz |
| Over 180 lb | 16 oz | 16 to 18 oz |
What do boxing glove ounces mean?
Glove "ounces" are the weight of the glove, not your hand size. Heavier gloves have more padding. That protects your partner in sparring and your knuckles and wrists on the bag. Lighter gloves feel faster but offer less protection.
Bag gloves vs sparring gloves
Bag gloves are often a little lighter with firmer padding that holds up to thousands of punches. Sparring gloves have softer, thicker padding to protect your partner, and most gyms require 16 oz for adults. If you only buy one pair, buy the sparring weight; it works on the bag too.
How boxing gloves should fit
- With hand wraps on, your fingers should reach the end of the glove without pressing hard.
- You should be able to make a tight fist easily.
- The wrist strap should feel snug and supportive.
- New leather gloves feel tight and loosen after a few sessions.
Hand wraps
Always wear hand wraps under boxing gloves. They protect the small bones in your hand and support your wrist. Adults usually use 180 inch wraps; smaller hands and kids use 108 to 120 inch wraps.
Gloves for kickboxing and MMA
Kickboxing and Muay Thai gloves follow the same ounce chart as boxing gloves. MMA training gloves are much lighter, usually 4 to 7 oz with open fingers for grappling, and are not meant for hard sparring.
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Frequently asked questions
What size boxing gloves for a beginner?
Most adult beginners start with 12 to 14 oz for bag work, or 16 oz if they will spar.
Are 16 oz gloves good for the heavy bag?
Yes. They are heavier and protect your hands well, which is great for conditioning.
What size gloves for a 10 year old?
Usually 6 to 8 oz, depending on weight.
What size gloves do women need?
Use the same weight chart. Many women use 10 to 12 oz for bag work and 14 to 16 oz for sparring.
Do I need hand wraps?
Yes. Wraps protect your hands and wrists and keep gloves fresher.
Are 12 oz gloves OK for sparring?
Usually not for adults. Most gyms require 14 to 16 oz for sparring.
