Blazor Server vs Blazor WebAssembly

Blazor is a framework for building interactive web UIs using C# and .NET. There are two hosting models in Blazor: Blazor Server and Blazor WebAssembly.

Blazor Server

Blazor Server runs on the server and renders UI updates over a SignalR connection to the client. It is suitable for applications where you need to have full control over the server, want to leverage server resources, and require real-time communication with the server.

Blazor WebAssembly

Blazor WebAssembly runs the application directly in the browser using WebAssembly. It is suitable for applications that need to run entirely on the client-side, with no ongoing connection to the server once the application is loaded. It provides a more traditional web development experience.

Choosing Between Blazor Server and Blazor WebAssembly

Choose Blazor Server if you require real-time communication with the server, have complex server-side logic, or need to optimize server resources. Choose Blazor WebAssembly if you prefer a fully client-side application, want better performance on initial load, or need to work offline.