Next Level vs Uniqlo: which size fits the same?
In tees, a Next Level L is closest to a Uniqlo M (1½″ snugger). In long sleeves, a Next Level L is closest to a Uniqlo S (the same around).
Tees
Uniqlo tees measure about 1″ more around than Next Level at the same size. A Next Level L is closest to a Uniqlo M (1½″ snugger).
| Next Level | Chest · length | Closest Uniqlo | Chest · length | Uniqlo is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Next Level XS | 34¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Next Level S | 37¼″ · 27″ | Uniqlo XS | 37¼″ · 25″ | the same around |
| Next Level M | 40¼″ · 27¾″ | Uniqlo S | 39¼″ · 26¼″ | 1″ snugger |
| Next Level L | 43″ · 28¾″ | Uniqlo M | 41¾″ · 27¼″ | 1½″ snugger |
| Next Level XL | 47″ · 29¾″ | Uniqlo XL | 48″ · 29″ | 1″ roomier |
| Next Level XXL | 51″ · 30¾″ | Uniqlo XXL | 51″ · 29″ | the same around |
| Next Level 3XL | 55″ · 31¾″ | Uniqlo 3XL | 54″ · 30″ | 1″ snugger |
From Next Level: Next Level Cotton Tee (3600), Next Level CVC Tee (6210). From Uniqlo: Uniqlo AIRism Cotton Crew Neck T-Shirt, Uniqlo AIRism T-Shirt, Uniqlo SUPIMA Cotton T-Shirt, Uniqlo DRY-EX T-Shirt, Uniqlo DRY Color T-Shirt, Uniqlo DRY Waffle Henley T-Shirt, Uniqlo Crew Neck Short-Sleeve T-Shirt. Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
Long sleeves and layers
Uniqlo long sleeves measure about 4½″ more around than Next Level at the same size. A Next Level L is closest to a Uniqlo S (the same around).
| Next Level | Chest · length | Closest Uniqlo | Chest · length | Uniqlo is |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Next Level XS | 33¼″ · 26″ | none close | ||
| Next Level S | 36¼″ · 27″ | none close | ||
| Next Level M | 39¼″ · 27¾″ | Uniqlo XS | 39¾″ · 25″ | ½″ roomier |
| Next Level L | 42¼″ · 28¾″ | Uniqlo S | 42″ · 25¾″ | the same around |
| Next Level XL | 46″ · 29¾″ | Uniqlo L | 47¼″ · 28¼″ | 1¼″ roomier |
| Next Level XXL | 50″ · 30¾″ | Uniqlo XL | 50½″ · 29″ | ½″ roomier |
| Next Level 3XL | 54″ · 31¾″ | Uniqlo XXL | 52¾″ · 29¼″ | 1¼″ snugger |
From Next Level: Next Level Cotton Long Sleeve Tee (3601). From Uniqlo: Uniqlo Waffle T-Shirt | Long Sleeve, Uniqlo AIRism Cotton T-Shirt | Long Sleeve, Uniqlo Waffle Henley Neck T-Shirt | Long Sleeve, Uniqlo Sweatshirt. Relaxed and oversized cuts are left out.
More: Next Level sizing · Uniqlo sizing
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Garment measurements: the shirt itself, chest all the way around and length from shoulder to hem, from each brand's own chart or wholesale spec sheet, checked November 2026. Shirts with half or more cotton are shown as they come out of a dryer (about 2% less around and 4% shorter). Brands change their cuts, so check the shop's chart before you buy.