How to use this tool?

This free online converter lets you convert code from Lua to PHP in a click of a button. To use this converter, take the following steps -

  1. Type or paste your Lua code in the input box.
  2. Click the convert button.
  3. The resulting PHP code from the conversion will be displayed in the output box.

Key differences between Lua and PHP

CharacteristicLuaPHP
SyntaxLua has a simple and flexible syntax that is easy to learn and use.PHP has a syntax that is similar to C and Perl, and is relatively easy to learn.
ParadigmLua is a multi-paradigm language that supports procedural, functional, and object-oriented programming.PHP is a server-side scripting language that is primarily used for web development and follows a procedural programming paradigm.
TypingLua is a dynamically typed language, which means that variable types are determined at runtime.PHP is a dynamically typed language, which means that variable types are determined at runtime.
PerformanceLua is known for its fast performance and small memory footprint, making it a popular choice for game development and embedded systems.PHP is not known for its performance, but it is widely used for web development due to its ease of use and availability of libraries and frameworks.
Libraries and frameworksLua has a small but growing collection of libraries and frameworks, with a focus on game development and embedded systems.PHP has a large and mature ecosystem of libraries and frameworks, with a focus on web development.
Community and supportLua has a small but dedicated community of developers and users, with active forums and mailing lists for support.PHP has a large and active community of developers and users, with extensive documentation and support resources available online.
Learning curveLua has a relatively low learning curve, with a simple syntax and a small core language.PHP has a moderate learning curve, with a syntax that is easy to learn but a large number of features and functions to master.