Got is a popular and lightweight HTTP request library for Node.js that simplifies making HTTP requests with support for promises and async/await syntax. It offers a simple and intuitive API for sending HTTP requests with features like automatic JSON parsing, streaming, and handling of redirects. Got also provides built-in support for caching, retries, timeouts, and error handling, making it a versatile choice for handling HTTP requests in Node.js applications.
Alternatives:
axios-+
node-fetch-+
superagent-+
request-promise-native-+
ky-+
needle-+
undici-+
axios-retry-+
fetch-h2-+
bent-+
Tags: node.jshttprequestpromiseasync/await
ky
v1.7.5(about 1 month ago)
Ky is a lightweight and modern HTTP client for the browser and Node.js. It offers a simple and intuitive API for making HTTP requests with features like automatic JSON parsing, request cancellation, and support for browser-specific features like progress events and aborting requests. Ky also provides built-in support for retries, timeouts, and request headers customization.
Alternatives:
axios-+
node-fetch-+
got-+
superagent-+
swr-+
axios-hooks-+
unfetch-+
redaxios-+
request-+
isomorphic-fetch-+
Tags: http-clientbrowsernode.jsmodernperformance
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Popularity
Both Got and Ky are popular npm packages for making HTTP requests in Node.js and the browser. Got has been around for longer and has a larger user base, while Ky has gained popularity for its simplicity and modern API design.
Size
Ky is known for its small size and lightweight footprint. It is designed to be minimalistic and only includes essential features. Got, on the other hand, has a larger codebase and includes more features, which makes it slightly heavier.
API Design
Got follows a more traditional API design with a callback-based approach, while Ky uses a modern Promise-based API design. Ky's API is considered to be more intuitive and easier to use, especially for developers familiar with async/await syntax.
Browser Support
Both Got and Ky can be used in the browser. However, Ky is specifically designed to work well in browser environments and provides additional features like automatic JSON parsing and support for browser-specific features like fetch API and FormData.
Extensibility
Got provides a more extensible architecture with support for plugins, allowing developers to add custom functionality and modify the behavior of the library. Ky, on the other hand, focuses on simplicity and does not provide built-in plugin support.
Documentation
Both Got and Ky have well-documented APIs with examples and guides. Got's documentation is more extensive and covers a wider range of topics, while Ky's documentation is concise and focuses on providing clear usage examples.
Community and Maintenance
Both packages have active communities and are regularly maintained. Got has a larger community and a longer history of contributions, while Ky has a smaller but growing community. Both packages receive regular updates and bug fixes.
