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Joi vs Zod
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| Fact | Joi | Zod |
|---|---|---|
| Language | JavaScript | TypeScript |
| Licence | Other | MIT |
| Stars | 21k | 44k |
| Latest | v18.2.9 | v4.6.5 |
| Last push | 2026-09-11 | 2026-10-02 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 1 day between releases |
| Active contributors | 4 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 57 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Zod replaces Joi. Alternatives to Joi →
Full replacementSchema validation with static type inference, for Node.js and browsers.
Joi
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Joi
unsigned The latest release, v18.2.9, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Zod
unsigned The latest release, v4.6.5, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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