Brand Comparison
Bloch vs Sansha
Bloch is the Australian brand from 1932 with a huge catalog spanning traditional and modern materials, plus loads of box shapes, vamp lengths, and shank strengths, which makes it a common fitting starting point. Sansha is the Paris brand from 1982 with very wide international distribution, a broad range across many dance styles, and a strong value and availability reputation. So it is deep fitting options versus broad, affordable reach.
The key difference
Bloch gives you lots of fitting variables to fine-tune, while Sansha leans on affordability and wide distribution with large-scale manufacturing.
Which one to pick
Bloch
Lean Bloch if you want a big range of box shapes, vamps, and shanks to find your fit, knowing fit and durability vary by model.
Sansha
Lean Sansha if value and easy availability matter most and you want a broad range across dance styles, accepting it is large-scale rather than boutique handmade.
Bottom line
Bloch is about dialing in the fit through variety, Sansha is about accessible value you can find almost anywhere. Which one serves you depends on your foot and your priorities, so get fitted.
Finding your fit
No comparison beats trying both on. Use this as a shortlist, then let a fitter match the model to your foot. Our complete pointe shoe fitting guide walks through the whole process, and you can read the full brand guides for Bloch and Sansha.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Bloch offer more fitting options than Sansha?
Bloch's catalog is specifically known for many box shapes, vamp lengths, and shank strengths, so it gives a fitter more variables to work with. Sansha's strength is more about range across styles plus value and availability.
Is Sansha a step down from Bloch?
Not a step down, just a different focus. Sansha leans into value and wide distribution with large-scale manufacturing, while Bloch leans into fitting variety. The right call is whichever model actually supports your foot, which a fitting shows.