Redux vs Context API
In this document, we compare Redux and React's Context API to help you understand their differences and when to use each.
Comparison Table
| Feature | Redux | Context API |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | State management library | Lightweight state management |
| Complexity | Higher, requires setup and boilerplate | Lower, built into React |
| Performance | Optimized for large state trees, uses memoization and selectors | Can suffer from performance issues with large state trees due to re-renders |
| Middleware Support | Supports middleware (e.g., Redux Thunk, Redux Saga) | No built-in middleware support |
| DevTools | Rich DevTools extension with time-travel debugging | No built-in DevTools support |
| Boilerplate | More boilerplate code | Minimal boilerplate code |
| State Management Approach | Centralized store with reducers and actions | Decentralized, use of Providers and Consumers |
| Ease of Use | Steeper learning curve | Easier to get started with |
| Integration | Integrates well with large applications | Better suited for simpler or smaller applications |
| Use Cases | Large scale applications with complex state logic | Small to medium applications, less complex state management |