Angular, React, and Vue are the most popular JavaScript
frameworks for building web applications. These three frameworks can be used
interchangeably to create frontend apps - but they are not identical. Only a
few years ago, developers were arguing over whether Angular or React was a
better choice, but now Vue has become a respectful competitor to both,
bringing benefits of the two without the downsides. Can Vue actually replace
React and Angular or does it have its own set of drawbacks, too? Let’s talk about
the strengths of each framework and the most common use cases.ReactReact is a JavaScript library for building user interfaces
that was originally developed by Facebook. React is known for easy code
reusability, its virtual DOM and JSX.AdvantagesJSXJSX is simplified JavaScript that can be used for
templating. Although you can also use traditional JavaScript, JSX makes the
process faster and simpler. Virtual Document Object ModelVirtual DOM accelerates the development process by instantly
showing the changes made to the code. Instead of rendering the whole page, you
can utilize the virtual DOM, which significantly boosts performance.TestabilityReact applications test easily as the framework offers an
inbuilt React Testing Library. It is simple to use and assists in developing
good testing practices. Use CasesDashboardsDashboards are used to visualize data in an easy to
understand format. React is a good framework to use for creating these types of
data visualization tools, as it provides ready-made templates for dashboards
that anyone can use for their projects. Prototyping and MVPIf you need to build a prototype in a short time period and
without going over budget, React can be a clever choice. This framework allows
for rapid development, is easy to use, and is versatile - which is exactly what
you need for effortless prototype creation. Why React?React is mature and has large support from the community
which is why you will not have any problems finding seasoned developers for
your project. React is the perfect choice for startups that require simplicity
and flexibility. AngularAngular is the slightly older offering of the bunch and was
created by Google employees as a tool for building applications faster. With
Angular, developers have the option to use JavaScript’s superset called
TypeScript and the framework itself is a popular choice in building SPAs
(Single-Page Applications).AdvantagesTwo-Way Data BindingTwo-way data binding is what Angular is famous for. This
feature allows for cost-efficient app development by adopting changes in
real-time. When a coder makes a change in the code, the view within a
Model-View-Controller architecture shows these changes right away. Angular CLIAngular provides a command-line interface (CLI) that
simplifies and streamlines a coder's job by providing a variety of special
coding tools. You can further extend Angular with third-party coding and
testing libraries to solve complex issues. Google SupportThe Google team created this framework for internal use but
it turned out to be so helpful that developers released it to the world. The
development team continues to launch updates and new versions to make sure
Angular stays up-to-date and relevant. Use CasesLarge-scale applicationsAngular is the go-to framework to create large enterprise
applications like CRM or ERP tools. The framework is ideal for large-scale apps
rather than for covering specific needs. Single-page applications (SPA)Angular is also a popular choice for building SPAs, dynamic
pages with real-time page reload. The data exchange occurs like in every other
app but users do not need to reload the page to receive an update. Why Angular?Angular makes the perfect tool for creating high-performance
and user-friendly applications such as SPAs, large-scale enterprise systems, as
well as cross-platform mobile apps. VueVue is our third JavaScript framework, created in 2014 which
makes it the youngest out of the pack. Vue was built to solve problems inherent
in React and Angular and is used to help create of fast and reliable
applications. AdvantagesSmall sizeVue is extremely lightweight, which can be a great
competitive advantage over React or Angular. Simple integrationSince Vue was built on JS, it is easily integrated with
JS-based applications. As a result, you can adopt Vue at any time and start
using it without making any changes to your system. Inherited the best bits from Angular and React Vue takes the best from Angular and React and addresses some
of their shortcomings. For example, Vue has React’s virtual DOM and Angular’s
two-way data binding. Vue’s developers have smartly borrowed the best from both
tools and made a great technology. Use CasesUser interfacesMuch like React, Vue is a tool used for building simple user
interfaces. Vue is fast, easy to use, and enables rapid development of UIs. Single-page applicationsVue was also inspired by Angular which is why it can be used
for creating SPAs, dynamic apps with automatic reload. Why Vue?Vue is a prominent and ever-growing framework that offers
the best from two popular tools, React and Angular. Vue is fast, simple, and
delivers high-performance applications. The VerdictUnfortunately, there is no simple answer to the question of
which of these three frameworks is the better choice. Your technology choice
depends on multiple factors like aim, budget, timeline, complexity, number of
features, business goals, performance constraints, etc. If you want to learn
more or even create a new web app, contact CodeFirst. We are a software
development house that can help give you all the answers and build beautiful
applications, turning your bright ideas into reality.