Froala Editor V2 VS VisualEditor

A beautiful modern WYSIWYG HTML text editor

VisualEditor gives you the ability to edit without needing to learn wikitext markup, as is required by the default wikitext editor.

User-Friendly Interface
Froala Editor V2 offers a modern, clean, and intuitive interface that makes it easy for users to implement and use, even without extensive technical knowledge.
Lightweight and Fast
The editor is designed to be lightweight, which helps with faster loading times and smoother performance when editing large documents.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Ensures consistent performance across multiple web browsers and devices, making it accessible for a wider audience.
Extensive Features
Offers a wide array of features such as rich text formatting, media embedding, and advanced styling options, catering to various content editing needs.
Customizable
The editor is highly customizable, allowing developers to tailor its features and appearance to fit specific project requirements.
Strong Community Support
A large community of developers actively contributes to support and improving the editor, which helps in troubleshooting and feature expansion.

Pricing
Froala Editor V2 is a premium product that might be costly for small projects or individual developers, especially when compared to free alternatives.
Complex Integration
Integrating the editor into custom applications can sometimes be complex and may require additional time and technical resources.
Limited Free Support
While there is a community, official free support options are limited, and users might need to purchase a plan for comprehensive assistance.
Overwhelming for Simple Use Cases
The extensive features might be overwhelming for users or projects that require only basic WYSIWYG functionality.

User-Friendly Interface
VisualEditor provides a WYSIWYG (What You See Is What You Get) interface, making it more accessible for users who are not familiar with wiki markup language.
Real-Time Editing Feedback
Changes are immediately visible, allowing users to see how their edits will appear on the page without the need to preview separately.
Reduces Entry Barrier
By simplifying the editing process, VisualEditor invites more contributors who might be intimidated by traditional editing methods.
Improved Accessibility
It enhances accessibility for people with disabilities, as navigating and editing are more straightforward with the visual cues provided.
Consistent Style Guide
Helps maintain a consistent style across articles by embedding templates and standard formats directly into the editing process.

Performance Issues
VisualEditor can sometimes be slower to load and operate compared to the traditional wikitext editor, especially on large pages.
Limited Features
While convenient, VisualEditor may lack some advanced features available in the traditional markup editor, restricting power users' capabilities.
Occasional Bugs
As with any complex software, users may encounter bugs or glitches that disrupt the editing process.
Higher Resource Demand
VisualEditor requires more computing resources, which can be problematic for users with older devices or slower internet connections.
Learning Curve for Advanced Users
Experienced users of the traditional editor might find transitioning to VisualEditor challenging due to different workflows and controls.