Astro vs Next.js
Astro vs Next.js: which to choose
Next.js has the larger community with 140.0k GitHub stars against 60.6k for Astro, which usually means more integrations, examples and third-party help when you get stuck.
Choose Astro if you lean toward islands and content; choose Next.js if react and ssr matters more for your stack. All figures above are pulled from live GitHub and pricing data, not vendor marketing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Astro or Next.js better?▾
It depends on your priorities. Astro has 60.6k GitHub stars and uses a open-source pricing model, while Next.js has 140.0k stars and uses a open-source model. Both offer a free plan so you can try each before committing.
Is Astro cheaper than Next.js?▾
Astro starts at $0/mo while Next.js starts at $0/mo. Astro has a free plan. Next.js has a free plan.
What are the main differences between Astro and Next.js?▾
Astro is tagged as islands, content, multi-framework while Next.js is tagged as react, ssr, isr. Astro uses a open-source pricing model and has a community of 60.6k GitHub stars. Next.js uses a open-source model with 140.0k GitHub stars.
Does Astro or Next.js have a free plan?▾
Yes, both Astro and Next.js offer a free plan.