The Framework Fatigue Problem
Every year brings a new “best” framework. We’ve shipped production apps in React, Next.js, Vue, Nuxt, and vanilla JS. After all that, SvelteKit is where we’ve landed — and here’s why.
Less Code, More Clarity
Svelte’s compiler-first approach means you write dramatically less boilerplate. No useState, no useEffect, no dependency arrays to get wrong. State is just a variable. Reactivity is just an assignment.
This isn’t just about developer experience — less code means fewer bugs, easier code review, and faster onboarding for new team members.
Performance by Default
SvelteKit ships less JavaScript to the browser because there’s no runtime framework to bundle. Pages load faster, interactions feel snappier, and you get better Lighthouse scores without tuning.
For marketing sites especially, this matters. Every millisecond of load time affects conversion rates. SvelteKit gives you excellent performance without fighting the framework.
Server-Side Rendering Done Right
SvelteKit’s approach to SSR is refreshingly simple:
+page.svelte— your component+page.server.ts— your server-side data loading+layout.svelte— shared layouts that just work
No getServerSideProps vs getStaticProps vs getInitialProps confusion. The mental model is clean and predictable.
The Ecosystem Is Ready
Two years ago, the Svelte ecosystem was a legitimate concern. Today, it has everything you need:
- Tailwind CSS — first-class Vite integration
- TypeScript — full support out of the box
- Auth libraries — Lucia, Auth.js, or roll your own
- CMS integrations — works with any headless CMS
- Deployment — Vercel, Netlify, Cloudflare, you name it
When We Don’t Use SvelteKit
To be fair, it’s not always the right choice. For large team projects where React hiring is critical, or when a client’s existing codebase is React-based, we’ll work with what makes sense. The best framework is the one that ships.
Considering SvelteKit for your next project? Let’s discuss whether it’s the right fit.