Viem vs Web3.js

Developers should learn Viem when building decentralized applications (dApps) on Ethereum or EVM-compatible blockchains, as it offers a modern alternative to heavier libraries like ethers meets developers should learn web3. Here's our take.

Viem

Nice Pick

Developers should learn Viem when building decentralized applications (dApps) on Ethereum or EVM-compatible blockchains, as it offers a modern alternative to heavier libraries like ethers

Pros

• js or web3
• Related to: ethereum, typescript

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Web3.js

Developers should learn Web3

Pros

• js when building decentralized applications (dApps) on Ethereum, such as DeFi platforms, NFT marketplaces, or blockchain-based games
• Related to: ethereum, smart-contracts

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Viem if: You want js or web3 and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Web3.js if: You prioritize js when building decentralized applications (dapps) on ethereum, such as defi platforms, nft marketplaces, or blockchain-based games over what Viem offers.

The Bottom Line

Viem wins

Developers should learn Viem when building decentralized applications (dApps) on Ethereum or EVM-compatible blockchains, as it offers a modern alternative to heavier libraries like ethers