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preactvsreact

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
react116.2M/wk
Security Grade Leader
react100/100
TypeScript Ready
preact
Specification
preactv11.0.1
reactv19.3.1
Weekly Downloads23.2M116.2MWinner
Unpacked Size605.2 KB174.5 KB
Security Grade
C(50/100)
A+(100/100)
Lifecycle Scripts Clean (No scripts) Clean (No scripts)
TypeScript Support Built-in Types (.d.ts)Community @types
License TypeMITPERMISSIVEMITPERMISSIVE
Direct Dependencies00
Active Maintainers62
Last ReleaseOct 8, 2026Oct 14, 2026
Install Commandnpm i preactnpm i react
Full Security ReportView preact AuditView react Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, preact or react?
react is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (116.2M/week) compared to preact (23.2M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, preact or react?
preact has a security score of 50/100 (Grade C), while react holds 100/100 (Grade A+). react scores higher for supply chain hygiene.
Do preact and react provide TypeScript definitions?
preact includes built-in TypeScript types, while react may require community @types definitions.
What licenses do preact and react use?
preact is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and react is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).