The main difference between a lace front wig and a hard front wig is the type of material used for the front of the wig. A lace front wig has a sheer lace panel at the front of the wig creating a natural-looking hairline that can be styled away from the face. Hard front wigs have a less natural-looking hairline and typically need to be styled with bangs or worn with a headband or hat to cover the front. Lace front wigs offer a more natural-looking hairline and greater styling versatility, while hard front wigs offer durability and a lower price point.