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nextvsnuxt

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
next41.1M/wk
Security Grade Leader
next100/100
TypeScript Ready
Both Native
Specification
nextv16.4.2
nuxtv4.6.2
Weekly Downloads41.1MWinner1.4M
Unpacked Size183.60 MB1.58 MB
Security Grade
A+(100/100)
A(90/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Clean (No scripts) Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript Support Built-in Types (.d.ts) Built-in Types (.d.ts)
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies666
Active Maintainers41
Last ReleaseOct 15, 2026Oct 16, 2026
Install Commandnpm i nextnpm i nuxt
Full Security ReportView next AuditView nuxt Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, next or nuxt?
next is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (41.1M/week) compared to nuxt (1.4M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, next or nuxt?
next has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while nuxt holds 90/100 (Grade A). next scores higher for supply chain hygiene.
Do next and nuxt provide TypeScript definitions?
next includes built-in TypeScript types, while nuxt includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do next and nuxt use?
next is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and nuxt is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).