Babylon.js vs Three.js

Developers should learn Babylon meets developers should learn three. Here's our take.

Babylon.js

Nice Pick

Developers should learn Babylon

Pros

• js when building browser-based 3D applications, such as games, architectural visualizations, or educational simulations, as it offers high performance and extensive features without requiring plugins
• Related to: webgl, typescript

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Three.js

Developers should learn Three

Pros

• js when building interactive 3D web applications, such as product configurators, architectural visualizations, educational simulations, or browser-based games, as it provides a high-level abstraction over WebGL, reducing complexity and development time
• Related to: javascript, webgl

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. Babylon.js is a framework while Three.js is a library. We picked Babylon.js based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

Babylon.js wins

Based on overall popularity. Babylon.js is more widely used, but Three.js excels in its own space.