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expressvskoa

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
External Types
Specification
expressv5.3.0
koav3.2.1
Weekly Downloads87.4MWinner4.2M
Unpacked Size74.8 KB63.5 KB
Security Grade
A+(100/100)
A+(100/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Clean (No scripts) Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript SupportCommunity @typesCommunity @types
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies2818
Active Maintainers511
Last ReleaseOct 9, 2026May 21, 2026
Install Commandnpm i expressnpm i koa
Full Security ReportView express AuditView koa Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, express or koa?
express is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (87.4M/week) compared to koa (4.2M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, express or koa?
express has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while koa holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do express and koa provide TypeScript definitions?
express may require external @types definitions, while koa may require community @types definitions.
What licenses do express and koa use?
express is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and koa is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).