WEBPVSPNG
Can Google's WebP really replace the legendary PNG? We tested thousands of logos and screenshots. The results are shocking.
The Verdict
**WebP is the clear winner for the web.** It supports transparency just like PNG but creates files that are 26-30% smaller. There is almost no reason to use PNG on a website in 2026.
Lossless Compression
Winner: WEBP
Both formats support lossless compression (perfect pixels). However, WebP's algorithm is smarter, finding more redundancies to squeeze the file size down further.
Transparency
Winner: Draw
Both handle the alpha channel perfectly. You can have soft shadows and glass effects in both. However, WebP does it with fewer bytes.
Browser Support
Winner: Draw
In 2020, this was a debate. In 2026, every single browser supports WebP. PNG's compatibility advantage is now irrelevant for web usage.