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Next.js
What it is
Next.js is an open-source, full-stack framework for building web applications. It supports JavaScript and TypeScript and uses hybrid rendering. Deployment is listed for self-hosted environments, so the framework is suited to web projects deployed on infrastructure managed by the project team. Its pricing model is free, and it has a free plan. Next.js does not include an ORM or built-in authentication; those capabilities are not part of its listed feature set. Its full-stack scope, support for two languages, and hybrid rendering define the framework's stated capabilities. Developers can use it for web application work where those characteristics fit the project, while planning separately for ORM or authentication needs if required. The framework is available from the Next.js website. Its open-source license model means the framework is presented as open-source software, and there is no listed software charge.
For and against
For
- Open-source license model
- Full-stack framework for web applications
- Supports JavaScript and TypeScript
- Uses hybrid rendering
- Free plan is listed
Against
- ORM is not included
- Built-in authentication is not included
- Deployment targets are listed as self-hosted
The verdict
Next.js offers a free, open-source framework with full-stack scope and hybrid rendering. Projects that need an ORM or built-in authentication should note these are not included.
Who it suits
Next.js may suit developers building web applications with JavaScript or TypeScript who want a full-stack framework and hybrid rendering. It is listed for self-hosted deployment.