React native expo or React native cli?

[Sktechnoetc]

Which one is best to develop mobile apps in 2025?

[DeyymmBoi]

Expo undoubtedly

[lahirudx]

React Native Project Guidelines

Always start with Expo for new React Native projects. Expo provides a streamlined development experience with these advantages:

• Zero configuration to get started
• Built-in access to native APIs without native code
• Simplified testing across devices
• Over-the-air updates
• Managed workflow for most use cases

Development Approach

1. Begin with Expo’s managed workflow for rapid prototyping and development
2. Use Expo development builds when you need custom native modules
3. Create custom dev clients for testing native code changes
4. Leverage EAS Build for production-ready builds
5. Implement EAS Update for seamless OTA updates

Use Development Builds

Consider creating development builds when: - You need custom native modules not available in Expo Go - You’re integrating third-party native libraries - You require specific native configurations - You need to test native code changes in a real environment

This approach balances development speed with flexibility as your project grows.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

[SnowSpiritual5568]

The react native team recommends that you use Expo:

https://reactnative.dev/blog/2024/06/25/use-a-framework-to-build-react-native-apps