Any of them can build a good bot. The right one is the language you already know, or want to learn.
At a glance
| discord.js | discord.py | JDA | Discord.Net | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Language | JavaScript, TypeScript | Python | Java | C# |
| Learning curve | Gentle | Gentlest | Steeper | Steeper |
| Memory for a small bot | Low | Low | Higher | Moderate |
| Typical use | The most common choice, huge community | Great for beginners and data work | Large, long-running bots | Developers who already use .NET |
| Hosting type on PlayNHost | Node.js Bot | Python Bot | Java Bot | .NET Bot |
How to choose
- New to programming: Python with discord.py reads closest to plain English. Start with How to make a Discord bot with Python.
- Know web development: use discord.js. How to make a Discord bot with discord.js.
- Run big or many bots: JDA and Discord.Net are fast and strongly typed, but they take more care. Java needs more memory, so start one plan size higher: How much RAM does a Discord bot need.





