expo
An open-source framework for making universal native apps with React. Expo runs on Android, iOS, and the web.
At a glance
How expo stacks up
| Feature | expo | Web Frameworks average |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub Stars | 53,327 | 88,764 |
| Forks | 14,931 | n/a |
| Popularity score | 4.6 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
Overview
There's no cost to use expo at all — it's free, full stop.
expo is rated exceptionally well, scoring 4.6 out of 5 on our rating metric.
Over the period tracked, expo has seen one of the faster-growing options tracked here, up roughly 1712% across 4 years.
expo trails the web frameworks average on every metric we track (0 of 3).
with roots going back to 2016, expo is a long-tenured option in this category.
Adoption trend
Pros and cons
Strengths
- Free to use, with no paid tier required to get started.
Watch-outs
- GitHub Stars trails the category average: 53,327 vs. 88,764.
- Falls short on popularity score — 4.6 / 5 against a category average of 4.7 / 5.
- Growing fast enough that current figures may shift quickly — verify before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
Is expo free to use?
Yes — expo is free, with no paid tier required to get started.
Is expo good? What's its rating?
expo scores 4.6 out of 5 on our rating metric, versus a Web Frameworks category average of 4.7.
How many people use expo?
expo has roughly 53.3K users/stars tracked, compared to a category average of 88.8K.
When was expo founded?
expo was founded in 2016, making it 10 years old.
Is expo growing?
Yes — usage is up roughly 1712% over the past 4 years.
Ready to see expo for yourself?
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