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ncc vs Parcel
Both stand on javascript build tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Linux
ncc provides command-line and programmatic options for bundling Node.js programs, with support for TypeScript and several build controls. Check the TypeScript configuration requirement and static analysis caveat against the packages and assets you plan to bundle.
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Free plan APIExtensionLinux+3
Parcel combines broad built-in file support with development and production build tools, plus options for plugins and programmatic integration. Its one-target development server and default modern-browser target are worth noting when planning a workflow.
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| ncc | Parcel | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux | API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Not published |
| Plans published | 1 | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | parceljs.org |
| On javascript build tools | #13 of 27 | #9 of 27 |
ncc: what it does well
- Compiles modules and dependencies into one file
- Supports TypeScript, binary addons, and dynamic requires
- Offers minification, source maps, and watched builds
- Can be called programmatically from Node.js
- MIT-licensed and listed as free
What to know first
- TypeScript inputs require a tsconfig.json file
- Some dynamically loaded assets may not work correctly
- Some packages may need extra configuration
Parcel: what it does well
- Supports many web languages and asset types out of the box
- Development server includes HTTPS and an API proxy
- Integrates with React Fast Refresh and Vue hot reloading
- Offers tree shaking, minification, image optimization and code splitting
What to know first
- Development server builds only one target at a time
- Development server defaults to a modern browser target
- Gzip and Brotli compression are not enabled by default
- No remote build cache