Image format comparison

PNG vs WebP

PNG is the conservative lossless choice; WebP is usually better for efficient website delivery.

At a glance

FeaturePNGWebP
CompressionLosslessLossy or lossless
TransparencyFull alpha transparencySupported
SupportUniversalAll current major browsers

Choose PNG when

  • You need universal editing support
  • A lossless master is more important than transfer size
  • The asset is used in an older workflow
Read the PNG guide

Choose WebP when

  • Page weight matters
  • You need transparency with modern compression
  • The asset is primarily delivered on the web
Read the WebP guide

Convert between the formats

Keep the original file, then inspect the converted result at its intended display size. Toolvoya processes supported conversions locally in your browser.