Ounces to pounds
Type a value in ounces to see it in pounds straight away, or type in the second box to convert back.
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How to use it
- Type the value in the ounces box.
- Read the result in pounds as you type, and pick the precision you need.
- Swap the direction to convert back, or copy the result.
How it is calculated
lb = oz × 0.0625
Multiply the value in ounces by 0.0625 to get pounds.
Example
To convert 25 oz to pounds: 25 × 0.0625 = 1.5625 lb.
Conversion table
| Ounces (oz) | Pounds (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 0.0625 |
| 2 | 0.125 |
| 3 | 0.1875 |
| 5 | 0.3125 |
| 10 | 0.625 |
| 20 | 1.25 |
| 25 | 1.5625 |
| 50 | 3.125 |
| 100 | 6.25 |
| 250 | 15.625 |
| 500 | 31.25 |
| 1,000 | 62.5 |
About the units
- Ounce
- The avoirdupois ounce is 1/16 of a pound, exactly 28.349523125 grams.
- Pound
- The international avoirdupois pound, equal to exactly 0.45359237 kg since the 1959 agreement.
Limits and caveats
- Results are rounded for display and computed with the browser's floating point precision (about 15 significant digits).
- Both unit factors are exact by their official definitions.
Questions about this tool
How many pounds are in one ounce?
1 oz = 0.0625 lb exactly.
How do I convert ounces to pounds?
Use lb = oz × 0.0625. For example, 25 oz = 1.5625 lb.
How many ounces are in one pound?
1 lb = 16 oz.
Are mass and weight the same thing?
Strictly no: mass is the amount of matter, in kilograms, while weight is the force of gravity on it, in newtons. Scales display mass, so everyday language uses the two words interchangeably.
What is the difference between an ounce and a troy ounce?
An ordinary ounce is 28.349523125 grams and is used for food and goods, while a troy ounce is 31.1034768 grams and is used to price gold and silver.