Ideal Weight Calculator
Compare four classic ideal body weight formulas at once — all based on height and sex.
Devine
70.5 kg
Robinson
68.9 kg
Miller
68.7 kg
Hamwi
72 kg
Formula
Devine men: 50 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 ftHow to use the Ideal Weight Calculator
- 1Select metric or imperial
- 2Enter your height and sex
- 3Compare the four formula estimates
Frequently Asked Questions
Do ideal weight formulas really matter?
They're rough 19th–20th century estimates. A healthy weight range is wide — pair them with BMI, body fat and how you feel.
Why do the formulas disagree?
Each was derived from different populations. Treat the spread between them as your uncertainty band.