Top 5 Node.js Frameworks to Learn in 2025

Node.js continues to dominate backend development in 2025. From APIs to full-stack apps, here are the top frameworks every developer should know.

1. **NestJS**

Built on TypeScript, NestJS brings structure and scalability to Node.js applications. It’s perfect for microservices, GraphQL APIs, and enterprise-grade apps.

2. **Express.js**

The classic, minimalist framework that powers millions of apps. It remains lightweight, flexible, and easy to integrate with frontend frameworks like React and Next.js.

3. **Fastify**

As the name suggests, Fastify is all about speed. With a low overhead and an excellent plugin system, it’s perfect for performance-critical apps.

4. **Hono**

A new contender optimized for edge functions and serverless platforms. Hono offers lightning-fast routing and zero-dependency simplicity.

5. **AdonisJS**

AdonisJS brings Laravel-like elegance to Node.js — with built-in authentication, ORM, and a great developer experience.

⚡ Key Takeaways

{
  "frameworks": [
    "NestJS",
    "Express",
    "Fastify",
    "Hono",
    "AdonisJS"
  ],
  "trend": "TypeScript-first, serverless ready"
}

Stay tuned for upcoming comparisons between NestJS and Fastify — and how they perform under load!