Nike Waffle One vs Air Force 1 Sizing and Fit Comparison Photos [AF1]


In this article I will directly compare Nike Waffle One vs Air Force 1 sizing using photos of the shoes that I own. Do Air Force 1 and Nike Waffle One shoes fit the same?

In my experience, Air Force 1 shoes fit a little bit looser than Nike Waffle One sizing. Most people consider the Nike Waffle One to fit true to size and the Air Force 1 to run bigger than normal shoe sizing. I would suggest you view my side-by-side comparison photos so you can judge for yourself. Click here to jump ahead on the page to view the men’s side-by-side photo comparing the sizing of Air Force 1 shoes to the sizing of Nike Waffle One shoes. Click here to jump ahead on the page to see the women’s comparison sizing photo.

Nike Waffle One vs Air Force 1 Sizing

Men’s Photo Comparing Nike Waffle One to Air Force 1 Sizing

Below is a photo of my men’s Air Force 1 shoes compared to Nike Waffle One shoes. If you look closely, you can see that the Air Force 1 on the left has more length.

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Another difference that will affect how the shoe feels is the shape of the toe box. The men’s Nike Air Force 1 has a boxier toe than the Nike Waffle One. Here is a look at the toe box area of these two shoes (AF1 on left):

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This is where you can view more men’s comparison photos that I took for Air Force 1 sizing.

This is where you can view more men’s comparison photos that I took for Waffle One Sizing.

Women’s Photo Comparing Nike Waffle One to Air Force 1 Sizing

Below is a photo of women’s Air Force 1 compared to Nike Waffle One sizing. Just like the men’s photo above, you can see that the Air Force 1 on the left has more length than the women’s Nike Waffle One. The AF1 also has a deeper, roomier toe box.

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Another difference that will affect how the shoe feels is the shape of the toe box. Just like the men’s shoes we discussed earlier, the women’s Nike Air Force 1 has a boxier toe than the Nike Waffle One. Here is a look at the toe box area of these two shoes (AF1 on left):

air-force-1-vs-nike-waffle-one-womens

This is where you can view more women’s comparison photos that I took for Air Force 1 sizing.

This is where you can view more women’s comparison photos that I took for Waffle One Sizing.

Sizing Advice for Air Force 1 and Nike Waffle One

In my experience, the Air Force 1 runs bigger than normal shoe sizing and the Nike Waffle One fits within the realm of true-to-size. If you are between sizes, it would probably be best to size down the AF1.

You can also view my other sizing resources linked below:

Nike Waffle One vs Air Force 1 Sizing Conclusion

In my experience, Air Force 1 shoes run a little bit longer than Nike Waffle One shoes. Most people consider the Nike Waffle One to fit true to size and the AF1 to run bigger than normal shoe sizing.

Paul Johnson

Paul is a lead content creator for Workwear Command. He has had several blue-collar jobs which have provided him a wide range of experience with tools and gear. He also has a business degree and has spent time in business casual office settings.

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