Webpack 5 introduced Module Federation (huge for Micro-frontends). Vite introduced instant dev server start.
Comparison
- Vite: Best for Single Page Apps (SPA) using Vue/React. Superior DX.
- Webpack 5: Best for complex enterprise builds, Micro-frontends (Module Federation), or legacy browser support requirements.
For any greenfield project today, I start with Vite.
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