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Ext JS vs Syncfusion

Ext JS

Ext JS is a JavaScript framework with 140+ pre-integrated components, a shared data package and an application architecture in one product.

Syncfusion

Syncfusion offers a UI component library for JavaScript, Angular, React, Vue, Blazor and .NET applications.

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Ext JS

A complete JavaScript framework

Ext JS gives you UI components, data handling and application structure in one framework. React teams can bring Ext JS components into their apps with ReExt, included with Pro and Enterprise.

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Syncfusion

Syncfusion offers component suites for JavaScript, Angular, React, Vue, Blazor and ASP.NET.

At a glance

Ext JS vs Syncfusion: quick comparison

The main points in one table, based on each vendor's published information.

Ext JS 8.0 and Syncfusion JavaScript UI controls (2026 Volume 3)
CapabilityExt JSSyncfusion offers
What it isJavaScript framework with 140+ pre-integrated componentsUI component library (Essential JS 2)
FrameworksStandalone JavaScript; React through ReExtJavaScript, Angular, React, Vue, Blazor and ASP.NET
PlatformsDesktop, tablet and mobile browsersWeb, plus .NET desktop and mobile suites
Data gridGrouped, locking, editable and infinite grids in every editionDataGrid with filtering, grouping, editing and virtualization
Pivot and exportPivot Grid and Exporter EnterprisePivot Table; Excel, CSV and PDF export
Other componentsForms, trees, charts, calendar, signature pad and QR codeCharts, scheduler, Gantt, diagram and rich text editor
Architecture and dataMVC/MVVM and a shared data packageDataManager data binding with your framework's architecture
Developer toolsArchitect, Rapid Ext JS, Themer, IDE plugins, Sencha Test and Upgrade AdviserTheme Studio, MCP server coding assistant and Code Studio
AI assistanceAsk Sencha AI coding companionAI components and AI developer tools
Licence modelPer developer per year, by editionPer developer per year, by product or suite
Free optionsCommunity Edition; 30-day trialCommunity License; 30-day evaluation
Which fits

Which one fits your project?

Both are commercially supported. The right choice depends on how you want to build your application.

Ext JS is a great fit when

  • You're building a data-intensive enterprise application with many screens of grids, forms and dashboards.
  • You want components, a data layer and an application architecture from one framework.
  • You want visual building, theming, testing, upgrade and AI assistance from the same vendor.

Syncfusion is a great fit when

  • You want components for Angular, Vue, Blazor or .NET applications.
  • You want one component vendor across web, desktop and mobile.
  • You need scheduling, Gantt, diagram or document-editing components.
Key differences

Four differences, made simple

Each card shows one difference as a picture, with the short version underneath.

01

What comes in the box?

Ext JS
UI components
Shared data layer
App architecture
Developer tools
Syncfusion
UI components
Data binding
App architecture from your framework
Theme and AI tools

In short: Ext JS brings components, data and app structure together in one framework. Syncfusion offers components and data binding that work with the framework you choose.

02

Which frameworks can you use?

Ext JS
JavaScriptReact with ReExt
Syncfusion
JavaScriptAngularReactVueBlazorASP.NET.NET desktop and mobile

In short: Ext JS is its own framework and works inside React through ReExt. Syncfusion offers suites for many web and .NET platforms.

03

Where are the grid features?

Ext JS
CommunityGrouped, locking, editable and infinite grids
ProAdds charts, ReExt and tools
EnterpriseAdds Pivot Grid and Exporter
Syncfusion
Grid SDKDataGrid with Excel, CSV and PDF export
UI Component SuiteAdds Pivot Table, Tree Grid and more

In short: Ext JS includes its core grids in every edition. Syncfusion offers its DataGrid in the Grid SDK and in the UI Component Suite.

04

How is it licensed?

Ext JS
CommunityProEnterprise

One edition covers the whole framework

Syncfusion
GridChartSchedulerGanttDiagramRich TextFile ManagerUI Component Suite: all of them

Each product SDK, or the suite

In short: Both are licensed per developer per year with a free community licence and a 30-day trial. Ext JS is offered by edition; Syncfusion by product or as a suite.

Customer success

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Scheuring AGSwitzerland · Consulting and software
“The Sencha grid is the key element of resSolution and hyperManager. Ext JS and its other components have really helped us refine our business approach.”

Heinz Scheuring

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TicketmasterGlobal live event ticketing
“The biggest value add was the predictability of the Sencha Solution.”

John Uetz, Lead Product Manager, Ticketmaster

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IcubeSwitzerland · Industrial digitization
“Being able to evolve quickly was very important to us. Ext JS delivers exactly that, plus it provides us the scalability that has made MilkPay so successful.”

Gaylord Falque, Product Development Manager, Icube

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VirtimoGermany · Software and IT consulting
“Sencha Ext JS has reduced complexity for us in the development of our BPC, enabling us to very quickly create a complex user interface that can be dynamically adapted to the given configuration.”

Virtimo AG

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FAQ

Ext JS vs Syncfusion: frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Ext JS and Syncfusion?

Ext JS is a JavaScript framework that includes 140+ pre-integrated UI components, a shared data package and an MVC/MVVM application architecture. Syncfusion offers a UI component library used inside JavaScript, Angular, React, Vue, Blazor and .NET applications.

Is Syncfusion a framework or a component library?

Syncfusion's JavaScript UI controls, also called Essential JS 2, are a component library. They are used within plain JavaScript or a framework such as Angular, React, Vue or Blazor.

Is Ext JS a good Syncfusion alternative for enterprise apps?

Yes, for teams building data-intensive web applications who want components, a data layer, an application architecture and development tools from one framework. Teams building with Angular, Vue, Blazor or .NET can also look at component libraries such as Syncfusion.

Do both include pivot tables and data export?

Yes. Ext JS includes the Pivot Grid and the Exporter in the Enterprise edition. Syncfusion offers a Pivot Table component, and its DataGrid exports to Excel, CSV and PDF.

Does Ext JS have AI assistance?

Yes. Ask Sencha AI is an AI coding companion trained on Sencha Ext JS, its documentation and community best practices. Developers can use it to configure components, debug layouts and find the right config.

Is there a free version of Ext JS or Syncfusion?

Both offer a free community licence with eligibility rules and a 30-day trial. Ext JS Community Edition is for eligible individuals, and Syncfusion's Community License is for eligible small organizations. Check each vendor's site for current rules.

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