Comparing C# objects using Json

Question

I want to compare two objects without implementing the Equals() method.

What are the downsides of comparing them in this way: 1. serilizing them with Json 2. comparing the results

thanks!

Answer 1

What are the downsides of comparing them in this way

Loss of speed. Transforming objects into JSON strings and then comparing them is much slower than doing a property by property equals.

Implementing Equals() is always the best way to compare two objects for equality.