AVIF vs WEBP, side by side
| AVIF | WEBP | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | AV1 Image File Format | WebP |
| Type | Raster image | Raster image |
| Compression | Mixed | Mixed |
| Best for | the smallest high-quality web images, with a JPEG/WebP fallback | fast-loading web images; supported by ~96% of browsers |
Choose AVIF if…
…you need the smallest high-quality web images, with a JPEG/WebP fallback.
Choose WEBP if…
…you need fast-loading web images; supported by ~96% of browsers.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between AVIF and WEBP?
AV1 Image File Format (AVIF) is mixed and best for the smallest high-quality web images, with a JPEG/WebP fallback. WebP (WEBP) is mixed and best for fast-loading web images; supported by ~96% of browsers.
Is AVIF better than WEBP?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your use case. Choose AVIF for the smallest high-quality web images; choose WEBP for fast-loading web images.
Should I use AVIF or WEBP?
Use AVIF when you need the smallest high-quality web images. Use WEBP when you need fast-loading web images.
Can I convert AVIF to WEBP?
Yes — you can convert AVIF to WEBP (and back) for free, in seconds, right here.
Last updated July 2026