html2canvas vs html-to-image vs dom-to-image | Image Generation from DOM Elements Comparison

Package	Downloads	Stars	Size	Issues	Publish	License

html2canvas	4,147,591	31,526	3.38 MB	1,041	-	MIT
html-to-image	1,004,628	6,665	315 kB	183	7 months ago	MIT
dom-to-image	234,315	10,692	-	333	8 years ago	MIT

Image Quality

html2canvas:
html2canvas is known for its detailed rendering of DOM elements, capturing styles, images, and even shadows. However, the quality can be affected by factors such as cross-origin images and the complexity of the layout. It is one of the best options for capturing detailed screenshots, but it may require additional configuration for optimal results.
html-to-image:
html-to-image offers high-quality image generation with better handling of SVGs and complex styles compared to dom-to-image. It preserves the visual fidelity of the elements, making it suitable for applications that require accurate representations of the original content.
dom-to-image:
dom-to-image provides good image quality for most use cases, especially for simple elements and SVGs. However, the quality may vary depending on the complexity of the DOM and the styles applied. It is generally reliable for capturing images with inline styles and basic layouts.

Cross-Origin Support

html2canvas:
html2canvas has more robust handling of cross-origin images, especially when combined with the allowTaint and useCORS options. It is recommended to set these options to true to improve cross-origin image rendering, but it still relies on the images being CORS-enabled for best results.
html-to-image:
html-to-image also requires CORS-enabled images for proper rendering. It handles cross-origin content similarly to dom-to-image, making it important to ensure that the images used in the DOM have the correct CORS settings to avoid issues.
dom-to-image:
dom-to-image has limited cross-origin support. It can handle images and elements from different origins if they have the appropriate CORS headers set. However, if the images are not CORS-enabled, they will be rendered as blank in the generated image.

Customization

html2canvas:
html2canvas offers extensive customization options, including the ability to set backgrounds, adjust scaling, and control which elements are captured. It provides a high level of configurability, making it suitable for more complex scenarios where detailed control over the rendering process is required.
html-to-image:
html-to-image provides a clean and simple API for customization, allowing developers to easily modify settings like background color, image quality, and more. It is designed to be straightforward while offering enough flexibility for most use cases.
dom-to-image:
dom-to-image allows for some customization, such as setting background colors, specifying image formats, and handling SVG elements. However, it is relatively limited in terms of configurability compared to the other libraries.

Ease of Use: Code Examples

html2canvas:

html2canvas is relatively easy to use, but its more complex nature may require some time to fully understand all its features and options. The library is well-documented, which aids in its usability. Example:

import html2canvas from 'html2canvas';

const element = document.getElementById('my-element');
html2canvas(element)
    .then((canvas) => {
        const imgData = canvas.toDataURL('image/png');
        const link = document.createElement('a');
        link.href = imgData;
        link.download = 'screenshot.png';
        link.click();
    })
    .catch((error) => {
        console.error('Error capturing screenshot:', error);
    });

html-to-image:

html-to-image is designed to be user-friendly, with a simple API that makes it easy to convert HTML elements to images. Its documentation is clear, which helps developers quickly understand how to use it. Example:

import { toPng } from 'html-to-image';
import { saveAs } from 'file-saver';

const node = document.getElementById('my-node');
toPng(node)
    .then((dataUrl) => {
        saveAs(dataUrl, 'my-image.png');
    })
    .catch((error) => {
        console.error('Error generating image:', error);
    });

dom-to-image:

dom-to-image is easy to use and integrate into existing projects. Its API is straightforward, making it simple for developers to generate images from DOM elements with minimal setup. Example:

import domtoimage from 'dom-to-image';
import { saveAs } from 'file-saver';

const node = document.getElementById('my-node');
domtoimage.toBlob(node)
    .then((blob) => {
        saveAs(blob, 'my-image.png');
    })
    .catch((error) => {
        console.error('Error generating image:', error);
    });

Image Quality

Cross-Origin Support

Customization

Ease of Use: Code Examples

html2canvas

JavaScript HTML renderer

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