| Sr.No. | Rafter | Truss |
| 1 | Rafters are not prefabricated, they are built on the construction site. | Trusses are prefabricated and constructed in the factory and then shipped to the construction site. |
| 2 | Rafters provide less support and stability to the structure as compared to the Trusses. | Trusses provide more stability and support to this structure because of the web of triangles inside the mainframe. |
| 3 | The construction of the Rafters is very time-consuming. | The construction of the Truss required very less time. |
| 4 | Rafters consist of two main outer beams which support to the roof of the structure. | Trusses consist of multiple beams which add more support to the structure. |
| 5 | Rafters are simple in look. | Trusses add aesthetical beauty to the structure. |
| 6 | The Rafters are suitable for the construction of small space areas such as a small house or car shed etc. | The trusses are suitable for the construction of large space areas such as big houses and godowns etc. |
| 7 | Installation of the rafters is more expensive as compared to the Trusses. | The cost of installation of the trusses are less than the rafters |
| 8 | The modification and the renovation of the rafters are very easy and simple. | The modification and the renovation of the Trusses are very complex. |
| 9 | Rafters have less strength as compared to the Trusses. | Trusses have greater strength. |
| 10 | Installation of the rafters required skilled labour. | Installation of the trusses does not require skilled labour. |
| 11 | Rafters have a shorter lead time. | Trusses take a longer time for its installation. |
Please share by clicking this button!
Visit our site and see all other available articles!