Functional Components vs Class components in React

Introduction React offers two main ways to define components: Functional and Class-based. Over time, functional components have become the standard, especially with the introduction of React Hooks in version 16.8. In this post, we’ll break down both types, explore their differences, and help you understand when and why to use one over the other.

May 15, 2025 - 22:38
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Functional Components vs Class components in React

Introduction

React offers two main ways to define components: Functional and Class-based. Over time, functional components have become the standard, especially with the introduction of React Hooks in version 16.8. In this post, we’ll break down both types, explore their differences, and help you understand when and why to use one over the other.