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expressvs@nestjs/core

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
express87.4M/wk
Security Grade Leader
Equal Rating100/100
TypeScript Ready
@nestjs/core
Specification
expressv5.3.0
@nestjs/corev12.2.0
Weekly Downloads87.4MWinner9.4M
Unpacked Size74.8 KB738.5 KB
Security Grade
A+(100/100)
A+(100/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Clean (No scripts) Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript SupportCommunity @types Built-in Types (.d.ts)
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies285
Active Maintainers51
Last ReleaseOct 9, 2026Oct 19, 2026
Install Commandnpm i expressnpm i @nestjs/core
Full Security ReportView express AuditView @nestjs/core Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, express or @nestjs/core?
express is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (87.4M/week) compared to @nestjs/core (9.4M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, express or @nestjs/core?
express has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while @nestjs/core holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do express and @nestjs/core provide TypeScript definitions?
express may require external @types definitions, while @nestjs/core includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do express and @nestjs/core use?
express is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and @nestjs/core is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).