Last Updated: December 6, 2025
When working with collections in Java, you’ll often need to compare objects. Whether you're sorting a list of employees by their names or filtering a collection based on specific criteria, understanding how to effectively use Comparable and Comparator interfaces is essential. These interfaces let us define custom sorting logic, giving you fine-tuned control over how your objects are compared.
Let’s dive into both of these interfaces, explore their differences, and see how to use them effectively.