SVGVSEPS

EPS used to be the print standard. SVG is the web standard. Can you use EPS on a website? (Spoiler: No).

The Verdict

**SVG has won the war.** All modern design tools and browsers support SVG. EPS is a legacy format kept alive by old printers. Unless a print shop specifically demands EPS, use SVG or PDF.

Web Support

Winner: SVG

Browsers render SVG natively. They do not render EPS. If you put an EPS on your site, users will just see a download link.

File Size

Winner: SVG

SVG is code (XML). It is incredibly lightweight. EPS contains a lot of PostScript overhead/preview data.

Print

Winner: EPS

EPS is still robust for CMYK printing workflows, but PDF has largely replaced it there too.

Ready to switch formats?