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Big.js vs BigNumber.js

Developers should use Big meets developers should use bignumber. Here's our take.

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Big.js

Developers should use Big

Big.js

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Developers should use Big

Pros

  • +js when handling monetary calculations, scientific computations, or any scenario requiring exact decimal results without rounding errors
  • +Related to: javascript, decimal-arithmetic

Cons

  • -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

BigNumber.js

Developers should use BigNumber

Pros

  • +js when working with financial calculations, scientific computations, or any application requiring exact decimal arithmetic, such as cryptocurrency transactions or accounting software
  • +Related to: javascript, typescript

Cons

  • -Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Big.js if: You want js when handling monetary calculations, scientific computations, or any scenario requiring exact decimal results without rounding errors and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use BigNumber.js if: You prioritize js when working with financial calculations, scientific computations, or any application requiring exact decimal arithmetic, such as cryptocurrency transactions or accounting software over what Big.js offers.

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The Bottom Line
Big.js wins

Developers should use Big

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