Bun vs Deno

The new runtime that makes Node look slow meets node. Here's our take.

Bun

Nice Pick

The new runtime that makes Node look slow. Fast until you need that one npm package it does not support.

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Cons

Deno

Node.js if Ryan Dahl could do it over. TypeScript-first, secure by default, still fighting for adoption.

Pros

Cons

The Verdict

Use Bun if: You want the better option and can live with its tradeoffs.

Use Deno if: You prioritize its strengths over what Bun offers.

The Bottom Line

Bun wins

The new runtime that makes Node look slow. Fast until you need that one npm package it does not support.