Helmet.js vs Helmet CSP

Developers should use Helmet meets developers should use helmet csp when building web applications with node. Here's our take.

Helmet.js

Nice Pick

Developers should use Helmet

Pros

• js when building Express
• Related to: express-js, node-js

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

Helmet CSP

Developers should use Helmet CSP when building web applications with Node

Pros

• js, especially those handling user input or sensitive data, to enhance security against XSS attacks
• Related to: node-js, express-js

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use Helmet.js if: You want js when building express and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use Helmet CSP if: You prioritize js, especially those handling user input or sensitive data, to enhance security against xss attacks over what Helmet.js offers.

The Bottom Line

Helmet.js wins

Developers should use Helmet