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eslint-plugin-vue vs Vue Mess Detector

Eslint and eslint-plugin-vue are the de facto standard for linting Vue.js code. We highly encourage you to use them. Vue Mess Detector is not ment to replace them, but to complement them.

Comparison table

Aspecteslint-plugin-vueVue Mess Detector
Primary FocusLinting Vue.js codeComprehensive code analysis and quality assessment
Type of ToolESLint pluginStandalone analysis tool
InstallationVia npm/yarn as an ESLint pluginVia npm, yarn, pnpm, bun, or JSR registry
ConfigurationUses .eslintrc or eslint.config.jsUses command-line options or .config/vue-mess-detector.json
IntegrationIntegrated with ESLint ecosystemStandalone with various integrations (VSCode, Nuxt devtools, etc.)
Rules/ChecksPrimarily syntax and style checksBroader analysis including code health metrics
CustomizationHighly customizable through ESLintLess customizable through command-line options, and configuration file
Output FormatsDepends on ESLint output formattingtext, table, or JSON output
Grouping ResultsN/ACan group results by file or rule
Code Health ScoreNot providedCalculates an overall code health score
Continuous IntegrationThrough ESLint CI setupsGitHub Action
Browser IntegrationThrough ESLint editor integrationsNuxt Devtools, Vue devtools
Target AudienceDevelopers familiar with ESLintPotentially broader, including those new to linting
Learning CurveSteeper (requires ESLint knowledge)Potentially easier for newcomers
ScopeVue.js specificVue.js and Nuxt.js projects
ParsingUses vue-eslint-parserMainly regular expressions
Rule ConfigurationsMultiple predefined configs (e.g., essential, recommended)Rulesets can be applied or ignored
CommunityLarge, established ESLint communityNewer, growing community

Vue Mess Detector Extra Rules

Almost all of the rrd and security rules are not present in eslint-plugin-vue. Many of them are opinionated and based on the experiences of the several vue developers.

Target audience

Both tools are designed to improve the quality and maintainability of Vue.js projects. eslint-plugin-vue is an ESLint plugin focused on linting Vue.js code, ensuring it adheres to syntax and style guidelines. Vue Mess Detector, on the other hand, is a standalone tool that conducts a comprehensive analysis of code quality, including metrics for code health.

Installation and configuration

In terms of installation and configuration, eslint-plugin-vue is installed as an ESLint plugin and configured through ESLint's configuration files. Vue Mess Detector offers more flexibility in installation, supporting various package managers, and can be configured using command-line options or a dedicated configuration file.

Integration capabilities

The tools differ significantly in their integration capabilities. eslint-plugin-vue is tightly integrated with the ESLint ecosystem, while Vue Mess Detector offers standalone functionality with integrations into various development environments, such as VSCode and Nuxt devtools.

Customization

The types of checks and customization options also vary between the tools. eslint-plugin-vue primarily focuses on syntax and style checks, offering high customizability through ESLint. Vue Mess Detector, with its broader analysis capabilities, and more opiniated rules and approach.

Output formats and grouping

The output formats and grouping capabilities of the tools differ as well. eslint-plugin-vue's output formatting depends on ESLint's configuration, while Vue Mess Detector offers text, table, or JSON output formats and can group results by file or rule.

Code health score

Vue Mess Detector calculates an overall code health score, which is not provided by eslint-plugin-vue.

Learning curve and community

Both tools have different target audiences and learning curves. eslint-plugin-vue is geared towards developers already familiar with ESLint, requiring a steeper learning curve. Vue Mess Detector, with its more comprehensive analysis capabilities, may be more accessible to developers new to linting and code analysis.

The scope of the tools also differs, with eslint-plugin-vue focusing specifically on Vue.js projects and Vue Mess Detector supporting both Vue.js and Nuxt.js projects. The parsing mechanisms used by the tools are distinct, with eslint-plugin-vue utilizing vue-eslint-parser and Vue Mess Detector relying mainly on regular expressions.

Finally, the community support for the tools varies, with eslint-plugin-vue benefiting from the large, established ESLint community and Vue Mess Detector having a newer, growing community.

Performance

Performance metrics are not yet available.