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

Weekly Downloads Leader
cors52.5M/wk
Security Grade Leader
Equal Rating100/100
TypeScript Ready
helmet
Specification
helmetv8.3.0
corsv2.8.6
Weekly Downloads9.6M52.5MWinner
Unpacked Size103.1 KB19.5 KB
Security Grade
A+(100/100)
A+(100/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Clean (No scripts) Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript Support Built-in Types (.d.ts)Community @types
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies02
Active Maintainers23
Last ReleaseJul 12, 2026Jan 22, 2026
Install Commandnpm i helmetnpm i cors
Full Security ReportView helmet AuditView cors Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, helmet or cors?
cors is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (52.5M/week) compared to helmet (9.6M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, helmet or cors?
helmet has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while cors holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do helmet and cors provide TypeScript definitions?
helmet includes built-in TypeScript types, while cors may require community @types definitions.
What licenses do helmet and cors use?
helmet is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and cors is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).