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Head to head
Sword Art Online: Alicization vs Sword Art Online
| 7.5 | Score | 7.0 |
| 282,121 | Popularity | 699,636 |
| 24 | Episodes | 25 |
| 2018 | Year | 2012 |
| Tv | Format | Tv |
| Finished | Status | Finished |
What they share
ActionAdventureFantasyVirtual WorldMale ProtagonistSwordplay
The verdict
On the numbers, Sword Art Online: Alicization edges it — but they share 6 traits, so the right pick depends on your mood.
- Higher ratedSword Art Online: Alicization scores 75% vs 70%.
- More popularSword Art Online has the bigger audience here.
- Shorter commitmentSword Art Online: Alicization is 24 eps vs 25.
- NewerSword Art Online: Alicization (2018) is the more recent release.
Comparing from the catalogue's scores and community tags. Open Sword Art Online: Alicization or Sword Art Online for the full picture.