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Expo

Expo

An open-source framework for making universal native apps

4.9•73 reviews•

410 followers

An open-source framework for making universal native apps

4.9•73 reviews•

410 followers

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Build one JavaScript/TypeScript project that runs natively on all your users' devices including Android, iOS, and web.
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Launched in 2017View 8 launches
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Expo 2.0 was ranked #5 of the week for December 14th, 2017
Expo Sketch was ranked #5 of the day for March 15th, 2017
Expo 2.0 was ranked #1 of the day for December 14th, 2017
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The community submitted 73 reviews to tell us what they like about Expo, what Expo can do better, and more.

4.9
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Expo is highly praised for simplifying cross-platform app development with React Native, offering powerful tools and excellent documentation. Makers of Playbook and Peek commend its build tools and hot reloading features, which enhance development speed and efficiency. CloneMyTrips highlights its ease in launching apps across Android, iOS, and web. While some note limitations in native module support, Expo remains a top choice for rapid prototyping and deployment.

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Pros
cross-platform development (10)
fast development (8)
react native integration (8)
easy setup (4)
EAS build system (3)
hot reloading (3)
excellent documentation (2)
expo go app (2)
managed workflow (2)
OTA updates (2)
Cons
dependency issues (2)
Founder Reviews (60)
Other Reviews (13)
Eljo Prifti
Eljo Prifti
•7 reviews
Expo is awesome, it has evolved a lot over the years!
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3mo ago
Michelle Daud
Michelle Daud
•10 reviews
The expo community is doing a fantastic job by continuously improving the OG Expo SDK and all the tooling that it provides. I've been using it since 2020 and it's come a long long way. Also, a long to go as well.
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5mo ago
koin303
koin303
•38 reviews
Expo Advantages ✅ Easy to Use – Expo makes it very easy to develop React Native applications without having to fully setup Xcode or Android Studio. Suitable for beginners and teams who want to quickly build prototypes. ✅ Live Reload & Fast Refresh – You can immediately see changes without having to recompile for a long time. ✅ Managed Workflow – Expo provides many built-in APIs such as camera, location, notifications, and many more without having to install additional dependencies. ✅ Cross-Platform – The code written can be run directly on Android, iOS, and Web without many changes. ✅ Expo Go App – Can test applications directly on devices without having to build. Just scan the QR Code! ✅ OTA Updates – Can update applications without having to go through the App Store/Play Store. Expo Disadvantages ❌ Large Application Size – Because it includes many built-in libraries, the application size can be larger than if it was made with React Native bare workflow. ❌ Not All Native Modules Supported – Some specific features (for example, libraries that require native linking) cannot be used in Expo Managed Workflow, so sometimes you have to eject to Bare Workflow. ❌ Customization Limitations – If you want to use a native feature that Expo doesn’t support, you have to eject, which means losing some of Expo’s benefits. Conclusion Expo is great for developers who want to build apps quickly without the hassle of setting up an environment. However, if you need a lot of native customization or want a lighter app, Bare React Native might be a better fit. Bandar Bola
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5mo ago
Mohammed Shafi
Mohammed Shafi
•1 review
i was new to react native but expo made it very simple so i can have app ready very fast and debug it very effectively
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5mo ago
NDIO AI
NDIO AI
•6 reviews
The level of convenience is unparalleled. Not having to install Android studio and Xcode while developing is a game changer. Thank you Expo.
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Shit Drop Game

Shit Drop Game

•2 reviews
Expo made it so much easier to develop with React Native.
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AKASH DESHMUKH
AKASH DESHMUKH
•10 reviews
Thanks. finds useful , very useful for beginners in App Development .
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1yr ago
Avishek Chatterjee
Avishek Chatterjee
•3 reviews
The Expo library has uplifted the DX of building the React-Native application. It's not a toy project anymore. The expo community is doing a fantastic job by continuously improving the OG Expo SDK and all the tooling that it provides. I've been using it since 2020 and it's come a long long way. Also, a long to go as well.
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1yr ago
Daya Chettri
Daya Chettri
Multi Search NewTab

Multi Search NewTab

•2 reviews
Great experience building universal applications.
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1yr ago
Julien Cortesi
Julien Cortesi
•1 review
Expo is wonderful; it's the complete opposite of vendor lock-in. You can add the package to your bare workflow, you can build locally, you can set up your own update server... Expo is a blessing!
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1yr ago
Ductts
Cassidy Williams
Cassidy Williams
used Expo to buildDucttsDuctts
(53 points)
Expo made it easy to build and deploy to the App Store, and their documentation helped me more than any other resources I found online!
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5d ago
RapidNative
Sanket Sahu
Sanket Sahu
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(101 points)
Expo is truly universal! Brings all the good parts and the DX of web into mobile. We love Expo Router and we are continuously integrating more features of Expo into RapidNative.
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