IPB vs VB

[heddlu]

You've bought IPB license already so why would you need to waste more money buying VB?

It's not that I want to get VB I was just wondering what the differences were between the two that's all
But yes I agree that VB5 is a complete failure

[daredevil]

It's not that I want to get VB I was just wondering what the differences were between the two that's all

Regarding performance:

IPB wins over vB.

Regarding add-ons:

IPB has official add-ons for Gallery, Downloads, Blogs, Content, Shop, etc

Regarding features:

I believe IPB has more built in features then vB.

If you are looking for low cost nice script with just forum features even Xenforo is nice.

http://xenforo.com/community/

Once they win lawsuit, XF would be more outstanding product.

I personally own 5 IPB license and one XF. My friend uses vB for his forums but I believe they are soon moving to XF.