Converse is more popular and has more styles, but the soles are much thinner and harder than Vans; Vans soles are really comfortable, soft and a bit like stepping on sponges, and they are made in the British style The toe box is slightly longer than Converse, and the shoe body is also slightly longer. If you focus on style, I recommend Converse, and if you focus on comfort, I recommend Vans, because the feel of Vans is very comfortable, especially when you compare the two.