Tauri

Mac

Build Lightweight Cross-Platform Apps with Web Tech

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Overview

Tauri is an open-source framework for building cross-platform desktop apps using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/TypeScript. It uses OS-native webviews (like WebKit on macOS) to reduce app size and boost performance, avoiding Electron's bloat. Backed by Rust, it offers enhanced security and efficiency for backend logic. Supports macOS, Windows, Linux, and upcoming mobile platforms. Ideal for developers leveraging web skills to create fast, secure, native-like apps without sacrificing modern workflow alignment.

Key Features

  • OS-Native WebViews for Minimal App Bloat
  • Rust Backend for Security & Performance
  • Cross-Platform Desktop Support
  • Web Tech Compatibility (HTML/CSS/JS/TS)

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Tool Info

Pricing Free
Category Frameworks For Hybrid Applications
Platform Mac

Pros

  • ⊕ Significantly Smaller App Sizes Than Electron
  • ⊕ Strong Security Due to Rust's Memory Safety

Cons

  • ⊖ Steeper Learning Curve for Rust Newcomers
  • ⊖ Less Mature Ecosystem Than Established Frameworks Like Electron

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