Six of one, half a dozen of the other

Meaning

Two alternatives are essentially the same.

Usage

Used when choices yield practically the same result.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Simple arithmetic to show equivalence.

Old proverb used in English-speaking countries.