What is Astro?
Astro is a modern front-end framework focused on performance. Unlike many other frameworks, Astro renders everything server-side or as static HTML by default. It only sends JavaScript to the browser when truly needed.
You can write components in React, Vue, Svelte, or just native HTML. Astro hydrates only the interactive parts. That means no unnecessary scripts. The result is fast load times, minimal code, and better Core Web Vitals.
Why not Next.js or Nuxt?
Next.js (React) and Nuxt (Vue) are powerful frameworks, especially for complex applications. But they tend to send a lot of JavaScript to the browser, even when it is not always needed. That can make websites heavier than necessary.
For content-driven sites or marketing platforms, we think that is overkill. Astro is lighter, faster, and puts less strain on both server and browser.
We also like that Astro:
- Is framework-agnostic: mix and match React, Vue, Svelte, or Web Components
- Supports static, server-side, and dynamic output: depending on your needs
- Avoids JS bundles by default: unless you intentionally add interactivity
- Delivers performance out of the box: with little need for manual tweaks
What types of projects are ideal for Astro?
Astro works well for:
- Marketing websites
- Content platforms
- Design systems or documentation
- Web apps with limited interactivity
For large, highly dynamic applications with complex user interaction, a framework like Next.js or Nuxt might still be a better fit. But if speed, scalability, and simplicity are top priorities, Astro stands out.
What does that mean in practice?
We have successfully used Astro in multiple client projects. Fast time to first byte, minimal JavaScript, SEO-ready by default. And developers? They enjoy the freedom, simplicity, and full control.
Curious if Astro fits your next project? Let’s talk .