Micro ORM vs Entity Framework Core

Developers should learn and use Micro ORMs when working on projects that require high performance, such as web APIs or data-intensive applications, where full ORMs might introduce unnecessary complexity or overhead meets developers should use ef core when building . Here's our take.

Micro ORM

Nice Pick

Developers should learn and use Micro ORMs when working on projects that require high performance, such as web APIs or data-intensive applications, where full ORMs might introduce unnecessary complexity or overhead

Pros

• They are ideal for scenarios where you need to write custom SQL queries but want to avoid manual data mapping, offering a balance between raw SQL and automated ORM features
• Related to: sql, database-design

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Entity Framework Core

Developers should use EF Core when building

Pros

• NET applications that require database interactions, as it simplifies data access by allowing LINQ queries and automatic change tracking
• Related to: c-sharp, asp-net-core

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

These tools serve different purposes. Micro ORM is a tool while Entity Framework Core is a framework. We picked Micro ORM based on overall popularity, but your choice depends on what you're building.

The Bottom Line

Micro ORM wins

Based on overall popularity. Micro ORM is more widely used, but Entity Framework Core excels in its own space.