| Parameter(s) | Traditional Grid | Smart Grid |
| Flow of Information | Unidirectional | Bidirectional |
| Power Generation | Central | Distributed |
| Monitoring | Not Applicable | Self-Monitoring |
| Topology (Grid) | Radial | Network |
| Healing | Manual | Self |
| Testing | Manual | Remote |
| Control | Passive | Active |
| Efficiency (Overall) | Low | High |
| Environment-Friendly | No | Yes |