Sift vs Font Squirrel
Font Squirrel is a popular free tool for converting fonts. See how Sift compares with its modern WebAssembly approach and variable font support.
Variable FontsPrivacyNo Upload
Verdict
Sift wins for variable fonts & privacy
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Tool Comparisons
Wondering how Sift stacks up against other font tools? These detailed comparisons help you choose the right tool for your workflow.
Quick Answer
Best font optimization tool: Sift is ideal for modern workflows requiring variable font support, privacy (100% browser-based), and speed. Font Squirrel and Transfonter are good free alternatives for basic conversion. Use fonttools/pyftsubset for advanced CLI scripting.
Why These Comparisons Matter
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Right Tool, Right Job
Different tools excel at different tasks. Find what fits your workflow.
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Cost vs Features
All tools compared are free. The difference is in features and UX.
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Privacy Matters
Some tools upload your fonts to servers. Others process locally.
Sift vs Transfonter
Coming SoonTransfonter offers font conversion and CSS generation. Compare features, workflow, and output quality.
CSS GenerationBatch Processing
Verdict
Sift wins for modern formats & speed
Sift vs Google Fonts
Coming SoonShould you use Google Fonts CDN or self-host with Sift? Compare performance, privacy, and control.
Self-HostingCDNGDPR
Verdict
Depends on your priorities
Sift vs fonttools (pyftsubset)
Coming SoonPython fonttools is the industry standard for font manipulation. Compare CLI power vs Sift's GUI simplicity.
CLIAdvanced UsersSubsetting
Verdict
Sift wins for accessibility
Sift vs Glyphhanger
Coming SoonGlyphhanger crawls your site to find used characters. Compare automated subsetting approaches.
Automated SubsettingCLI
Verdict
Complementary tools
Sift vs Wakamaifondue
Coming SoonWakamaifondue analyzes fonts and generates CSS. Compare analysis features and export options.
Font AnalysisCSS Generation
Verdict
Sift wins for optimization
At a Glance
| Tool | Variable Fonts | Privacy | Subsetting | Free |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sift | ✓ Full | ✓ 100% Local | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Font Squirrel | Limited | Server Upload | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Transfonter | Basic | Server Upload | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Google Fonts | ✓ Yes | CDN (tracking) | Auto | ✓ Yes |
| fonttools | ✓ Full | ✓ Local | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
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