# When to use stepper vs. servo motor?

**URL:** <https://forumautomation.com/t/when-to-use-stepper-vs-servo-motor/4222>\
**Category:** Electrical\
**Created:** [July 25, 2018, 10:40am UTC](https://forumautomation.com/t/when-to-use-stepper-vs-servo-motor/4222 "2018-07-25T10:40:38Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 25, 2018, 10:40am UTC](https://forumautomation.com/t/when-to-use-stepper-vs-servo-motor/4222/1 "2018-07-25T10:40:38Z")

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**[Stepper motors](https://forumautomation.com/t/stepper-motors-working-and-applications/3572)** are commonly recommended for applications that are cost-sensitive and low maintenance. Steppers provide stability and flexibility; they do not fluctuate in positioning, especially under dynamic loads, and can run in open or closed circuit configurations. If executed within its specifications, no encoders are needed.

**[Servomotors](https://forumautomation.com/t/basics-of-servo-motor-its-advantages-and-disadvantages/3186/2)** are recommended for high speed (typically more than 2,000 RPM) and hightorque applications that require dynamic changes of load. Servo Motors require more maintenance and a more complex configuration, but do not create vibration and / or resonance problems, such as Stepper Motors.