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Next.js vs Astro

Compare Next.js and Astro to find the best tool for your needs.

Next.js

A React framework that enables server-side rendering and static site generation for modern web applications.

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Astro

A modern static site builder that allows using components from any UI framework.

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Quick overview

Pricing

Free (open source), Vercel hosting from free to enterprise pricing
Free (open source)

Pros & Cons

Next.js

Pros

  • Fast performance with SSR/SSG
  • Great developer experience
  • Strong community and ecosystem
  • Good for SEO with server rendering

Cons

  • Not a CMS itself (needs headless CMS integration)
  • Requires React knowledge
  • Content editing requires separate solution
  • Development expertise needed

Astro

Pros

  • Framework-agnostic (use React, Vue, Svelte, etc.)
  • Content-focused design
  • Excellent performance with minimal JS
  • Great developer experience

Cons

  • Newer framework with evolving features
  • Not a CMS itself
  • Requires development expertise
  • Smaller ecosystem than established frameworks
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