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

Weekly Downloads Leader
axios66.6M/wk
Security Grade Leader
Equal Rating100/100
TypeScript Ready
Both Native
Specification
axiosv1.20.0
kyv2.2.0
Weekly Downloads66.6MWinner4.0M
Unpacked Size1.89 MB588.9 KB
Security Grade
A+(100/100)
A+(100/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Clean (No scripts) Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript Support Built-in Types (.d.ts) Built-in Types (.d.ts)
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies40
Active Maintainers11
Last ReleaseAug 26, 2026Oct 9, 2026
Install Commandnpm i axiosnpm i ky
Full Security ReportView axios AuditView ky Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, axios or ky?
axios is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (66.6M/week) compared to ky (4.0M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, axios or ky?
axios has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while ky holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do axios and ky provide TypeScript definitions?
axios includes built-in TypeScript types, while ky includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do axios and ky use?
axios is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and ky is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).