React vs Vue
Comparing two popular JavaScript frameworks.
React Overview
React is developed by Meta and is the most popular frontend library. It uses JSX for templating and favors a functional programming approach.
- Larger ecosystem and job market
- More flexibility in architecture choices
- Strong enterprise adoption
Vue Overview
Vue is an independent framework with a gentle learning curve. It uses template syntax and is known for excellent documentation.
- Easier to learn for beginners
- More opinionated (less decision fatigue)
- Great for small to medium projects
When to Choose React
- Large enterprise applications
- Teams with existing React experience
- Projects requiring specific ecosystem tools
When to Choose Vue
- Quick prototypes and MVPs
- Teams new to frontend frameworks
- Projects valuing simplicity