Difference between Echo and Print in PHP

In PHP, echo and print are both used to output data to the screen. The key Difference between Echo and Print in PHP in below table

Comparison between Echo and Print
Comparison between Echo and Print

Comparison Chart

  • Echo and Print both have different features and functionalities, here is a comparison of some key features between them.
Feature Echo Print
Syntax Simpler, no parentheses More complex, with parentheses
Speed Faster Slower
Return Value None 1
Multiple parameters Yes No
Data type Any String only
Variable echo $val; print $val;

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