Unit Conversion Basics
Whether you're cooking, traveling, or working on a science project, understanding unit conversion is essential. Our Universal Converter handles the math for you offering instant precision across all major systems.
Metric vs. Imperial
Metric System (SI)
Used by 95% of the world. Based on powers of 10.
Examples: Meters, Grams, Celsius.
Imperial System
Primarily used in the USA, Liberia, and Myanmar.
Examples: Feet, Pounds, Fahrenheit.
Did you know?
A unit calculation error between Imperial and Metric units caused the failure of the Mars Climate Orbiter in 1999. Always double-check your conversions!