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Next.js vs Next.js App Router

Based on 28 and 9 real audits

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MetricNext.jsNext.js App RouterWinner
Performance3539Next.js App Router
Accessibility8990Next.js App Router
Best Practices8890Next.js App Router
SEO9294Next.js App Router
Security6771Next.js App Router
TTFB575ms149msNext.js App Router
Composite7376Next.js App Router
Performance
Next.js
35
Next.js App Router
39
Accessibility
Next.js
89
Next.js App Router
90
Security
Next.js
67
Next.js App Router
71
SEO
Next.js
92
Next.js App Router
94
Composite
Next.js
73
Next.js App Router
76

Next.js App Router outperforms Next.js in 7 of 7 categories, with a stronger composite score (76 vs 73). Next.js leads in no categories.

FAQ

Which is faster, Next.js or Next.js App Router?
Based on real BeaverCheck audits, Next.js App Router sites score higher on Lighthouse performance (39 vs 35 on average).
Which has better security, Next.js or Next.js App Router?
Next.js App Router sites score higher on security analysis (71 vs 67 on average).
Should I choose Next.js or Next.js App Router for my website?
Both platforms have trade-offs. Next.js App Router scores higher on performance while Next.js may excel in other areas. Run a free BeaverCheck audit to compare specific metrics relevant to your use case.
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