Paper.js vs Raphaël

Paper.js

Description: Paper.js is an open-source vector graphics scripting framework that runs on top of the HTML5 Canvas. It offers a clean scene graph, mouse and keyboard handling, mathematical utilities, and more for crafting 2D interactive and animated graphics within the browser.

Type: software

Pricing: Open Source

Raphaël

Description: Raphaël is a small JavaScript library that provides cross-browser vector graphics scripting. It allows developers to easily create vector graphics and animations without needing to directly use SVG or VML code. It supports older browsers like Internet Explorer 6.

Type: software

Paper.js Features

• Vector graphics
• Path manipulation
• Shape creation
• Raster graphics support
• Animation
• Event handling
• Math utilities

Raphaël Features

• Vector graphics scripting library
• Cross-browser support
• SVG and VML rendering
• Animations
• Event handling
• Drag and drop

Paper.js

• Open Source

Raphaël

• Not listed