SVG is ideal for web and interactive maps, while PDF is best for printing and documentation. Both are vector formats but designed for different tasks.
| Criteria | SVG | |
|---|---|---|
| Web display | ✓ | ✗ |
| Print-ready | ✗ | ✓ |
| Interactivity | ✓ | ✗ |
| Universal viewer | ✗ | ✓ |
| Editable | ✓ | ✗ |
For websites, interactive maps, infographics, editing in Illustrator/Inkscape.
For printing, presentations, sending to clients, archiving.