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rollupvswebpack

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
rollup75.2M/wk
Security Grade Leader
Equal Rating100/100
TypeScript Ready
Both Native
Specification
rollupv4.65.0
webpackv5.112.0
Weekly Downloads75.2MWinner31.4M
Unpacked Size2.81 MB13.02 MB
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 Dependencies117
Active Maintainers58
Last ReleaseOct 22, 2026Oct 15, 2026
Install Commandnpm i rollupnpm i webpack
Full Security ReportView rollup AuditView webpack Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, rollup or webpack?
rollup is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (75.2M/week) compared to webpack (31.4M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, rollup or webpack?
rollup has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while webpack holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do rollup and webpack provide TypeScript definitions?
rollup includes built-in TypeScript types, while webpack includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do rollup and webpack use?
rollup is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and webpack is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).