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esbuildvswebpack

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
esbuild184.3M/wk
Security Grade Leader
webpack100/100
TypeScript Ready
Both Native
Specification
esbuildv0.28.2
webpackv5.112.0
Weekly Downloads184.3MWinner31.4M
Unpacked Size143.9 KB13.02 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 TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies017
Active Maintainers18
Last ReleaseAug 8, 2026Oct 15, 2026
Install Commandnpm i esbuildnpm i webpack
Full Security ReportView esbuild AuditView webpack Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, esbuild or webpack?
esbuild is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (184.3M/week) compared to webpack (31.4M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, esbuild or webpack?
esbuild has a security score of 75/100 (Grade B), while webpack holds 100/100 (Grade A+). webpack scores higher for supply chain hygiene.
Do esbuild and webpack provide TypeScript definitions?
esbuild includes built-in TypeScript types, while webpack includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do esbuild and webpack use?
esbuild is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and webpack is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).