Boys in Men’s Shoe Sizes – The Best Shoes for Your Child with Large Feet!
Has your son already graduated from kids’ to men’s shoe sizes and you are confused as to what shoes you should buy? You will notice a big price increase between children’s and men’s shoes, but there is not much we can do about that. However, the shoes for boys in men’s shoe sizes that I recommend are supportive, lightweight, flexible, and breathable, but reasonably priced at the same time.
I want you to know that the price of shoes is not a reflection of the quality of the shoes. What I mean is that while a higher-priced shoe tends to be made from higher-quality materials, you can definitely find a good pair of durable, supportive shoes at a reasonable price.
What Is the Last Kids’ Shoe Size?
The last boy’s shoe size is 7 and any shoe size above size 7 is considered a men’s shoe size, and you will notice a big price increase. I have fitted several young boys that were over a boy shoe size 7 in men’s shoes as even though we are a children’s shoe store, we still have a selection of men’s shoes for those children who have large feet.
Does Your Son Prefer Shoes with Velcro Closure?
Just so you know, if your boy is over a shoe size 7 and still doesn’t know how to tie his shoes, it gets really difficult to find shoes with velcro closure. For that reason, I have put together a list of the best velcro shoes for kids with large feet. If your child finds the selection of velcro closure shoes somewhat limited, I recommend that your child chooses a pair of shoes with shoelaces and then replace the shoelaces with a pair of lock laces (no-tie lacing system).
Lock laces are a smart, durable alternative to keeping your children’s shoes tight and they have become extremely popular not only among young children but also teenagers and adults. They are also very easy to use, as the only thing that your child will have to do is to press a button and pull to make the lock laces tight and press the button again when they decide to take the shoes off.
Keep in mind that if your child is really active and into sports you should take the time to teach him how to tie his shoes, as shoelaces provide better support and stability than velcro closure or any other type of alternative closure.
The 5 Most Important Features Your Kids’ Shoes Must Provide
We will be looking into men’s shoes for your child, but these shoes must provide certain features to keep your kids’ feet and legs healthy. Some of these features are:
1️⃣ Supportive: For your child to be able to wear these shoes all day, the shoes must provide good support to reduce the impact that your kids’ feet and legs take every time they come in contact with the ground.
2️⃣ Lightweight/Flexible: While we do want your kids’ shoes to be supportive, they must be lightweight and flexible at the same time. Shoes that are too stiff and heavy will make your kids’ feet and legs tired easily.
3️⃣ Breathable: Shoes need to be breathable to prevent the build-up of bacteria inside the shoe and also prevent foot odors.
4️⃣ Firm Heel Counters: The heel counter is the back part of the shoe that provides ankle support. The firmer it is the better, as it will cushion and support your kids’ ankles and prevent injuries.
5️⃣ Traction: Shoes must provide good traction to prevent your child from slipping and falling.
Are You 100% Sure of Your Son’s Foot Size? – Let’s Find Out!
You won’t be able to order the correct shoe size online if you don’t know your child’s foot size to begin with. I created a resource that describes the simplest, yet most effective way to figure out your child’s foot size from home.
Now that you know how to figure out your child’s foot size from home and what features these shoes provide, you are ready to take a look at a selection of the best shoes for boys in men’s shoe sizes. Disclosure: Some links in this post may be affiliate links and we may receive a small commission (at no extra cost to you) when you click our links and make purchases.
Best Shoes for Boys in Men’s Shoe Sizes – Durable and Reasonably-Priced
All of these shoes are available in medium (M), wide (W), and extra wide widths (XW), so I suggest that you take a look at the description below each shoe to find out if it can accommodate your son’s foot shape.
- Order the New Balance shoe style 680 V7 on Amazon
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet
- Fresh Foam midsole provides extra cushion and support
- Mesh upper allows for breathability
- Rubber outsole for durability and traction
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the Asics shoe style Gel-Kayano 29 on Zappos
- Fits narrow, medium, and wide feet
- Rearfoot GEL™ technology cushioning provides good shock absorption
- OrthoLite™ x-55 sockliner to ensure superior cushioning
- Padded collar and tongue for superior cushioning
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the Saucony shoe style Guide on Amazon
- Fits medium and wide feet
- PWRRUN+ gives you more cushioning with less weight
- Mono-mesh upper for enhanced breathability
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the Asics shoe style Dynablast on Amazon
- Fits narrow and medium feet
- Lightweight, midsole foam with energetic and highly responsive cushioning and bounce
- Removable sockliner that provides cushioning performance
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the New Balance shoe style Fresh Foam X 880v13 on the New Balance website
- Fits medium and wide feet
- Fresh Foam X midsole foam for extra cushion and support
- GORE-TEX® waterproof fabric protects feet from wind, rain and water without sacrificing breathability
- Received the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the New Balance shoe style Fresh Foam X 880v13 on Amazon
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet
- Fresh Foam midsole provides extra cushion and support
- Mesh upper allows for breathability
- Rubber outsole for durability and traction
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the Saucony shoe style Cohesion 10 on Amazon
- Fits medium and wide feet
- PWRRUN+ gives you more cushioning with less weight
- Mono-mesh upper for enhanced breathability
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the New Balance shoe style Fresh Foam X 880v13 on the New Balance website
- Fits medium, wide, and extra wide feet
- Fresh Foam midsole provides extra cushion and support
- Mesh upper allows for breathability
- Rubber outsole for durability and traction
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the New Balance shoe style Fresh Foam Hierro on Zappos
- Fits medium and wide feet
- Fresh Foam midsole provides extra cushion and support
- Mesh upper allows for breathability
- Rubber outsole for durability and traction
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
- Order the New Balance shoe style Fresh Foam X1440 on the New Balance website
- Fits medium and wide feet
- Fresh Foam X midsole foam for extra cushion and support
- Structured and breathable engineered mesh upper
- Received the Seal of Acceptance from the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)
- I suggest that you get this shoe a half size larger than your child’s current foot size
Are Any Other Shoe Choices Available?
If none of these shoes are available in your son’s shoe size or if you are unsure about which shoe might work best for your son’s foot shape you can reach out to me via email:
fittingchildrensshoes@gmail.com
Don’t Make This Common Mistake
Shoes can fit short, long, narrow, or wide, and depending on how they fit you will need to adjust the size that you get for your child. The most common mistake that I see parents make is to assume that because their children’s feet measure a certain size in the shoe measuring device, that size automatically translates into their actual shoe size. This usually tends to their kids’ wearing the wrong shoe size and leads to all sorts of foot issues such as blisters, calluses, and corns.
For example, if your child measures a foot size 7 in the measuring device, that doesn’t mean he will automatically need a shoe size 7 in all shoes. Normally we always want to go half a size longer (3/8 of an inch) to leave a certain amount of growing room. However, if that particular shoe style runs “short”, then your child will need a shoe size 8 —a whole size larger to provide growing room.
Do you happen to have a girl who is wearing women’s shoe sizes? There is a different website that has a resource similar to this one that you might benefit from reading.
Let me know in the comments section below if you have a favorite shoe brand or found a specific shoe that worked well for your son who wears men’s shoe sizes.
Great article, well written. Would love to see your recommendation on adult sized kids sandals. Thx again!
Hello AJ,
Thank you! I always encourage parents to provide feedback and tell me which topics are important to them. I will be creating an article on which are the best kids’ sandals for older children soon.
Thank you for writing this article. One of my kiddos has grown so much in the last 3 months, he needs a new wardrobe. Shoes have been the toughest part of his clothing to fit in the last few years. I appreciate all your tips, especially the sizing. We have bought shoes that seem like they fit and 2 weeks later something breaks, usually the sole starts coming off. He needs STURDY well fitting shoes. Are any of the above selections put together better than others? I need his shoes to last longer than 2 weeks.
Hello Susan,
I am happy to hear you found the article informative!
If you tell me your son’s foot shape (narrow, medium, wide extra wide), and the shoe size he wears, I am happy to provide you with specific shoe recommendations that are supportive and durable.