Why CSS-Powered Trig.js Beats GSAP & ScrollMagic For Scroll Animations
Trig.js beats GSAP & ScrollMagic for scroll animations with its CSS-powered approach, offering superior performance, ease of use, and a lightweight file size.
As the creator of Trig.js, I built it with a clear goal in mind: to offer a lightweight, CSS-powered alternative to JS-heavy scroll animation libraries. In this post, I’ll compare Trig.js to two popular solutions—GSAP and ScrollMagic—and show you why Trig.js is the superior choice for scroll-based animations. 🔥 The Contenders: A Quick Overview Feature GSAP ScrollMagic Trig.js Performance Medium (JS-heavy) Medium (relies on GSAP) High (CSS-based) Ease of Use Moderate (API-driven) Moderate (requires GSAP) Very Easy (CSS-powered) File Size Large (Full animation suite) Large (Bu...