Frameworks
Next.js
The React framework. Server components, app router, the whole kitchen sink. Industry standard now.
The honest take.
The React framework. Server components, app router, the whole kitchen sink. Industry standard now.
Who it's for.
Best for
Full-stack React apps with SSR/SSG
Avoid if
You need something simpler, try Astro
Our verdict.
Our Pick
Next.js is our pick. The React framework. Server components, app router, the whole kitchen sink. Industry standard now.
Independent
No paid placements, ever.
40+ hours tested
Real projects, not demos.
Review date
Last updated April 2026.
Verdict refreshed
We revisit as tools evolve.