AVIF vs WebP
AVIF vs WebP
AVIF compresses images smaller than WebP at the same quality, especially photographs. WebP has wider browser and tool support and faster encoding.
Reviewed by The convertimage Team · Updated June 2026
At a glance
Key differences
| Attribute | AVIF | WebP |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy or lossless | Lossy or lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | Maximum compression for modern browsers | Web images needing small size and transparency |
Guidance
When to use each format
Use AVIF
Choose AVIF when you want the smallest possible files for modern browsers and can accept slower encoding.
Use WebP
Choose WebP for broad compatibility and quick conversions, while still beating JPG and PNG on size.
File size
AVIF is often 20–30% smaller than WebP at the same quality, but takes longer to encode.
Questions
Frequently asked
- Which is better, AVIF or WebP?
- AVIF compresses images smaller than WebP at the same quality, especially photographs. WebP has wider browser and tool support and faster encoding.
- Which is smaller, AVIF or WebP?
- AVIF is often 20–30% smaller than WebP at the same quality, but takes longer to encode.
- Can I convert between AVIF and WebP for free?
- Yes. convertimage converts AVIF and WebP images for free, right in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.