Weight Converter

Convert between grams, pounds, ounces, tons and more with support for metric and imperial systems

Overview

The Weight Converter provides comprehensive conversion between metric (mg, g, kg, tonnes) and imperial (oz, lb, stones, tons) weight units. Whether you’re following a recipe from another country, shipping packages internationally, or tracking fitness goals, this tool handles everything from milligrams to metric tons.

Tips

  1. The 2.2 Rule: To convert kg to pounds quickly, multiply by 2 and add 10%. For example, 10 kg is approximately 20 + 2 = 22 lbs.
  2. Kitchen Conversions: Remember that 1 ounce is about 28 grams, and a pound is roughly 450 grams - helpful for recipe conversions.
  3. Know Your Ton Type: US tons (2,000 lbs) are different from metric tonnes (1,000 kg). Make sure you’re using the right one for your context.
  4. Stones for Body Weight: In the UK, body weight is often measured in stones (1 stone = 14 pounds = 6.35 kg).
  5. Precision Matters: For cooking, 1-2 decimal places is fine, but for science or precious materials, you may need higher precision.