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pnpmvsyarn

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
pnpm134.5M/wk
Security Grade Leader
pnpm75/100
TypeScript Ready
External Types
Specification
pnpmv12.14.0
yarnv1.22.22
Weekly Downloads134.5MWinner5.3M
Unpacked Size3.98 MB5.09 MB
Security Grade
B(75/100)
C(65/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Has install scripts Has install scripts
TypeScript SupportCommunity @typesCommunity @types
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEBSD-2-ClausePERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies00
Active Maintainers21
Last ReleaseOct 15, 2026Mar 9, 2024
Install Commandnpm i pnpmnpm i yarn
Full Security ReportView pnpm AuditView yarn Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, pnpm or yarn?
pnpm is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (134.5M/week) compared to yarn (5.3M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, pnpm or yarn?
pnpm has a security score of 75/100 (Grade B), while yarn holds 65/100 (Grade C). pnpm scores higher for supply chain hygiene.
Do pnpm and yarn provide TypeScript definitions?
pnpm may require external @types definitions, while yarn may require community @types definitions.
What licenses do pnpm and yarn use?
pnpm is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and yarn is licensed under BSD-2-Clause (PERMISSIVE).