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PNG vs WebP

PNG vs WebP compared — compression, transparency, browser support and file size, with a free WebP converter and compressor.

PNG is the long-standing lossless format with universal support; WebP is a modern format that delivers similar quality at much smaller sizes, with both lossy and lossless modes plus transparency.

PNG vs WebP at a glance

PNG WebP
Compression Lossless only Lossy + lossless
File size Larger ~25-35% smaller
Transparency Yes Yes
Support Universal All modern browsers

When to use PNG

Choose PNG for maximum compatibility or when an exact lossless copy is required.

When to use WebP

Choose WebP for the web — smaller files and faster pages, with a PNG fallback if you need legacy support.

Tools for PNG & WebP

PNG vs WebP

Is WebP better than PNG?

For the web, usually — WebP produces much smaller files at comparable quality, with transparency and lossless support. PNG still wins for universal compatibility and exact lossless archival.