vB is much more powerful than SMF, rich in features doesn't neccessarily require much modding, great adminCP/modCP, comes with a very user friendly layout, very SE friendly. What else? - Meti
VB is always better than SMF...no comparison!....but if you are looking for FREE forum then SMF is better.
idk i use smf for forums at my site i prefer check out 55host.net/forums i modded my smf and used blue skins i think smf is better vb is just over needed
VB has far more features than SMF, this is no argument, but I would feel for those who need just a basic forum and features SMF beats VB hands down for its simplicity and neatness.
I think there are other boards, not as well known as the rest, that offers more simplicity than SMF and uses less resources, perfect if you plan to run a support forum or so. - Meti