Best Prettier Alternatives
3 alternatives to Prettier in Code Formatter, compared by pricing, DX grade, security, and vendor lock-in.
Biome
10-100x faster, linter included, single config
dprint
Wasm plugins, fastest formatter available
Rustfmt-style (Taplo)
TOML formatting in Rust projects
Pricing and traction at a glance
Of the 3 alternatives listed, 1 are tracked with full data: 1 keep a free plan, 1 are open source. Paid entries run from $0/mo (Biome) to $0/mo (Biome). Biome carries the most GitHub traction with 18,500 stars. Switching cost is usually driven by lock-in, not by the sticker price.
| Tool | Pricing | Free plan | GitHub stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biome | open-source — from $0/mo | yes | 18,500 |
FAQ
What are the best Prettier alternatives in 2026?
The top alternatives to Prettier are Biome, dprint, Rustfmt-style (Taplo). Each offers different trade-offs in pricing, developer experience, and lock-in risk.
Is there a free alternative to Prettier?
Several Prettier alternatives offer free tiers or self-hosted options: Biome (Free (OSS)), dprint (Free (OSS)), Rustfmt-style (Taplo) (Free (OSS)).
How many Prettier alternatives are tracked here?
3 in the Code Formatter category, compared on price difference, lock-in risk and developer experience where editorial data exists.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best Prettier alternatives in 2026?▾
The top alternatives to Prettier are Biome, dprint, Rustfmt-style (Taplo). Each offers different trade-offs in pricing, developer experience, and lock-in risk.
Is there a free alternative to Prettier?▾
Several Prettier alternatives offer free tiers or self-hosted options: Biome (Free (OSS)), dprint (Free (OSS)), Rustfmt-style (Taplo) (Free (OSS)).
How many Prettier alternatives are tracked here?▾
3 in the Code Formatter category, compared on price difference, lock-in risk and developer experience where editorial data exists.