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vitevswebpack

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
vite119.0M/wk
Security Grade Leader
Equal Rating100/100
TypeScript Ready
webpack
Specification
vitev8.3.5
webpackv5.112.0
Weekly Downloads119.0MWinner31.4M
Unpacked Size2.27 MB13.02 MB
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 Dependencies517
Active Maintainers28
Last ReleaseOct 21, 2026Oct 15, 2026
Install Commandnpm i vitenpm i webpack
Full Security ReportView vite AuditView webpack Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, vite or webpack?
vite is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (119.0M/week) compared to webpack (31.4M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, vite or webpack?
vite has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while webpack holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do vite and webpack provide TypeScript definitions?
vite may require external @types definitions, while webpack includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do vite and webpack use?
vite is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and webpack is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).