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Browse QBCore scriptsLB Phone vs NPWD — Which FiveM Phone Script Is Better?
LB Phone and NPWD (New Phone Who Dis) are the two most widely discussed FiveM phone scripts. LB Phone is a premium, feature-rich smartphone simulation with an extensive app ecosystem. NPWD is an open-source alternative with strong community backing and full customization access. Both are high quality — the right choice depends on whether you prioritize app depth and polish or open-source flexibility.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | LB Phone | NPWD |
|---|---|---|
| License | Premium (paid) | Open source (free) |
| App ecosystem | Extensive (30+ built-in apps) | Core apps + community apps |
| UI quality | Very polished (modern UI) | Clean, customizable |
| Customization | Config-based (escrow limited) | Full source access |
| Framework support | QBCore, ESX, QBOX | QBCore, ESX |
| Performance | Optimized (escrow) | Good (open source) |
| Twitter/social feed | Yes (built-in) | Yes (built-in) |
| Banking app | Yes (framework integrated) | Yes (framework integrated) |
| Developer support | Dedicated (paid support) | Community Discord |
| Custom app development | Yes (LB Phone SDK) | Yes (full access) |
App Ecosystem and Features
LB Phone ships with over 30 integrated apps including calling, messaging, banking, social media, a GPS navigator, marketplace, and more. The breadth of built-in apps means less configuration work out of the box. NPWD covers the essential apps (calls, messages, Twitter, banking) and relies on the community for additional integrations. Both support custom app development, but LB Phone's SDK is more documented for rapid app creation.
Open Source vs Premium
NPWD's open-source nature means you can inspect, modify, and extend every line of code. For servers with development capacity, this is a significant advantage — you can build custom integrations, fix bugs immediately, and tailor the experience precisely. LB Phone is escrowed, limiting code access. Its config system is extensive but you cannot modify core functionality beyond what config options expose.
Performance
Both scripts are optimized for FiveM's NUI system. LB Phone's escrow compilation may provide slight performance advantages on high-traffic servers, but the difference in practice is negligible. Phone scripts are UI-driven and run primarily client-side, so server performance impact is minimal regardless of which you choose.
Framework Integration
Both phones integrate with QBCore and ESX for banking, job information, and player data. LB Phone explicitly supports QBOX as well. Integration quality is high on both — the framework choice matters less than ensuring the phone works with your specific inventory and job scripts. Test integrations with ox_inventory and your chosen job script before deploying to production.
Verdict
LB Phone is the better choice for servers that want maximum features out of the box and don't need to modify the core phone code. NPWD is the better choice for servers with development capacity that want full code access and customization freedom. Both are production-ready and power thousands of quality FiveM servers in 2026.
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Is LB Phone worth the cost over NPWD?
LB Phone is worth the cost if your server values a polished app ecosystem and you don't need to modify core functionality. NPWD is a genuinely excellent free alternative — for servers with developers who can extend it, NPWD can match or exceed LB Phone's feature set.
Does NPWD work with QBCore?
Yes, NPWD supports QBCore and ESX. It integrates with framework systems for banking, calls through the in-game phone system, and player job data. Setup requires following the NPWD documentation for your specific framework.
Can I build custom apps for LB Phone?
Yes, LB Phone provides an SDK for custom app development. Custom apps integrate with the phone's notification system, contacts, and framework data. The SDK is documented on the LB Phone developer portal.
Which phone script has better performance?
Both LB Phone and NPWD are well-optimized for FiveM. Phone scripts run primarily client-side and have minimal server performance impact. The difference between the two in resmon (resource monitor) readings is negligible on typical servers.