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tailwind-mergevsclsx

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

Weekly Downloads Leader
clsx75.8M/wk
Security Grade Leader
Equal Rating100/100
TypeScript Ready
Both Native
Specification
tailwind-mergev3.7.0
clsxv2.1.1
Weekly Downloads52.0M75.8MWinner
Unpacked Size1.00 MB8.4 KB
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 Dependencies00
Active Maintainers11
Last ReleaseSep 12, 2026Apr 23, 2024
Install Commandnpm i tailwind-mergenpm i clsx
Full Security ReportView tailwind-merge AuditView clsx Audit
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which package is more popular, tailwind-merge or clsx?
clsx is currently more popular with higher weekly downloads (75.8M/week) compared to tailwind-merge (52.0M/week).
Which has better supply chain security, tailwind-merge or clsx?
tailwind-merge has a security score of 100/100 (Grade A+), while clsx holds 100/100 (Grade A+). Both packages have equal security standings.
Do tailwind-merge and clsx provide TypeScript definitions?
tailwind-merge includes built-in TypeScript types, while clsx includes native TypeScript definitions.
What licenses do tailwind-merge and clsx use?
tailwind-merge is published under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE), and clsx is licensed under MIT (PERMISSIVE).