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cypressvsplaywright

Detailed package comparison for bundle size, weekly downloads, supply chain security, and license obligations.

Weekly Downloads Leader
playwright69.8M/wk
Security Grade Leader
playwright100/100
TypeScript Ready
Both Native
Specification
cypressv16.2.0
playwrightv1.64.1
Weekly Downloads3.2M69.8MWinner
Unpacked Size4.42 MB4.80 MB
Security Grade
B(75/100)
A+(100/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Has install scripts Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript Support Built-in Types (.d.ts) Built-in Types (.d.ts)
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEApache-2.0PERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies391
Active Maintainers25
Last ReleaseOct 14, 2026Oct 14, 2026
Install Commandnpm i cypressnpm i playwright
Full Security ReportView cypress AuditView playwright Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, cypress or playwright?
playwright is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (69.8M/week) compared to cypress (3.2M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, cypress or playwright?
cypress has a security score of 75/100 (Grade B), while playwright holds 100/100 (Grade A+). playwright scores higher for supply chain hygiene.
Do cypress and playwright provide TypeScript definitions?
cypress includes built-in TypeScript types, while playwright includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do cypress and playwright use?
cypress is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and playwright is licensed under Apache-2.0 (PERMISSIVE).