Framework Comparisons

Next.js with Capacitor lets you use your existing web skills to build mobile apps, while React Native is purpose-built for mobile development. The choice depends on your team's expertise and project requirements.

Capacitor wraps web apps in a native container, while React Native uses JavaScript to render native components. Capacitor favors web developers; React Native favors mobile-first development.

Capacitor lets you use web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) to build mobile apps, while Flutter uses Dart and its own rendering engine. Capacitor favors web developers; Flutter offers custom-built performance.

Capacitor and Ionic are complementary tools from the same company. Capacitor is the native runtime that wraps your web app, while Ionic provides pre-built mobile UI components. You can use Capacitor without Ionic, but not vice versa.

Next.js with Capacitor uses web technologies to build cross-platform apps, while Expo is a managed React Native platform. Next.js favors web developers and code sharing; Expo favors mobile-first development.

PWAs are web applications that work offline and can be installed, while Native Apps are built specifically for iOS/Android. PWAs favor web distribution; Native Apps favor app store discovery and maximum capabilities.