date-fns: Detailed Overview & Metrics

v3.6.0(about 1 month ago)

This package is actively maintained.Types definitions are bundled with the npm packageNumber of direct dependencies: 0Monthly npm downloads

date-fns is a modern JavaScript date utility library that provides comprehensive functionality for manipulating, formatting, and parsing dates. It offers a modular and functional approach to working with dates, allowing developers to use only the specific functions they need without adding unnecessary bloat to their projects. date-fns is known for its consistent API design and extensive support for various date operations, including calculations, comparisons, and localization.

Compared to other date libraries like Moment.js, date-fns is actively maintained, lightweight, and modular, making it a popular choice for modern JavaScript projects. It follows the ECMAScript Internationalization API for better compatibility and performance. date-fns is recommended as a more modern and efficient alternative to legacy date libraries.

Alternatives:
dayjs+
luxon+
moment+
js-joda+
chrono-node+
spacetime+
date-and-time+
ms+
dateformat+
timeago.js+

Tags: javascriptdatetimeutilitymodular