WebP to AVIF Conversion
To convert WebP to AVIF, run npx optimo image.webp --format avif. AVIF can be smaller than WebP for photo-heavy content. Optimo handles format conversion and optimization in a single step.
Command
Convert a file by targeting the output format:
npx optimo image.webp --format avif
Tip: add --dry-run to preview changes.
Why convert?
- AVIF can be smaller than WebP for photo-heavy content.
- Useful when chasing aggressive performance budgets.
Format notes
WebP
Modern image format with great compression and broad browser support.
Optimize WebP Compress WebP Resize WebP WebP guide
AVIF
High-compression modern image format that can beat WebP on size at similar quality.
Optimize AVIF Compress AVIF Resize AVIF AVIF guide
Not sure which to use?
If you're choosing a delivery format, here's a quick comparison.