Flow vs TypeScript: Which Is Better Suited For Your Next Project?

In general, TypeScript is faster than Flow when it comes to performance. Flow is quicker to start using in a project, as it only requires you to add an annotation to a regular JavaScript file. For efficiency, TypeScript is the best choice. For getting up and running quickly, Flow tends to be a better choice.

This greatly depends on the use case and preferences of the developer. TypeScript has a number of cons, including a steep learning curve and boilerplate code, however, TypeScript also offers a large community and additional functionality. Flow is generally less robust with a smaller community, but offers a better ease of use.

TypeScript provides more than just type checking when it’s added to a project. Flow primarily provides type-checking functionality. TypeScript has a steeper learning curve compared to Flow but offers more robustness as a result. Generally, Flow is a simple type checker, whereas TypeScript is a more complex type checker that also extends JavaScript functionality.