Cover PageIntroductionThe word Contrast means to compare in order to show dissimilarities or differences. In this article, we will see the differences between utilitarian theory and virtue theory. According to Boylan (2009), “ethics is the science concerning the right and wrong of human behavior.” It is a method that allows us to organize our values ​​and pursue them. This helps us answer questions like: am I pursuing my own happiness or am I sacrificing myself for a greater cause. Virtue ethics focuses on how to be; studies what makes up people’s character traits. A person who possesses these traits will habitually act in a certain way, not because of its consequences but because that is what a virtuous person would do. According to (Moore & Parker, 2009, p. 441), utilitarianism is the view that says "if an act will produce more happiness than alternatives, it is the right thing to do, and if it produces less of happiness, it would be a mistake to do it in place of an alternative that would produce more happiness. »Virtue theory and utilitarian theory are two of the main ethical theories. Although each theory deserves the general respect it has earned, both are subject to constant attacks of objections and scrutiny. Utilitarianism is criticized for only being interested in the results of actions, and not the desires or intentions that motivate them, while virtue ethics is attacked for its adherence. social norms considered outdated. Both theories are neither perfect nor completely wrong. But when we consider the philosophies and follow each theory, utilitarianism turns out to be the superior ethical system than virtue theory. Virtue ethics revolves around the concept of perfect happiness. It concerns the good of oneself. Acc...... middle of paper ......o the whole”. From the perspective of utilitarianism as a whole, the individual interests of others within society are also not given much preference. Taking these elements to their logical conclusion requires accepting that humans should place equal value on all human beings. This concludes that everyone's interests should be considered equal when making decisions, as this is a fundamental principle of utilitarianism. As utilitarianism and virtue ethics promote and enclose very different principles and customs. Both theories are constantly admired and criticized. Although virtue ethics was by far the dominant system during ancient periods, other theories such as utilitarianism have grown in importance since their introduction. During deliberation, the reason for this importance becomes clear; utilitarianism is the higher ethical theory.