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Comparison guide

Superstruct vs Zod

Side-by-side NPM package comparison

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  1. superstruct

    A simple and composable way to validate data in JavaScript (and TypeScript).

    Downloads unavailable · 3.4 KB gzip · Health 43/100

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  2. zod

    TypeScript-first schema declaration and validation library with static type inference

    Downloads unavailable · 86.5 KB gzip · Health 74/100

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Choosing between Superstruct and Zod? Here's a data-driven comparison based on real npm data — downloads, bundle size, health scores, and more — to help you decide which package fits your project best.

Downloads & Popularity

Weekly download data is unavailable for Superstruct. Weekly download data is unavailable for Zod. Missing data is not zero downloads. We cannot compare download activity until all counts are available.

Bundle Size

Superstruct has the smallest gzipped bundle at 3.4 KB. Zod comes in at 86.5 KB. A smaller bundle size means faster page loads, which improves user experience and Core Web Vitals scores.

Health Score Comparison

Zod has an overall health score of 74/100 (good), with strong maintenance, quality, security scores. Superstruct has an overall health score of 43/100 (moderate), with strong security scores. Health scores are calculated from maintenance activity, code quality, security posture, popularity, and stability metrics. Download data is incomplete; these composite scores include a fallback popularity input and should not determine an overall winner.

When to Choose Each

Choose Superstruct if you value minimal bundle footprint, strong security track record. Choose Zod if you value actively maintained, strong security track record.

Our Verdict

Download data is incomplete for this comparison of Superstruct and Zod. We are not selecting an overall winner from incomplete metrics. Compare the available bundle, maintenance, and quality information against your project's requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is superstruct better than zod?
It depends on your needs. Superstruct has a health score of 43/100 while Zod scores 74/100. Weekly download data is incomplete, so no popularity ranking is available. Consider your specific requirements — bundle size, community support, and feature set — to decide which is the better fit.
Which has a smaller bundle size, superstruct or zod?
Superstruct has the smaller gzipped bundle at 3.4 KB. A smaller bundle means faster load times for your users, which can positively impact SEO and user experience.
How many developers use superstruct vs zod?
Weekly download data is incomplete, so no popularity ranking is available. Download counts reflect package installations, not unique developers.
Which is better maintained, superstruct or zod?
Zod has a maintenance score of 100/100. Superstruct scores 20/100 and Zod scores 100/100 on maintenance.

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