Pug vs EJS

Developers should learn Pug when building Node meets developers should learn ejs when building server-rendered web applications with node. Here's our take.

Pug

Nice Pick

Developers should learn Pug when building Node

Pros

• js-based web applications, especially with frameworks like Express
• Related to: node-js, express-js

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

EJS

Developers should learn EJS when building server-rendered web applications with Node

Pros

• js, as it provides an easy way to create dynamic HTML content without complex syntax
• Related to: node-js, express-js

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Pug if: You want js-based web applications, especially with frameworks like express and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use EJS if: You prioritize js, as it provides an easy way to create dynamic html content without complex syntax over what Pug offers.

The Bottom Line

Pug wins

Developers should learn Pug when building Node