Head-to-head · Linters
PMD vs Oxlint
PMD leads on 1 check, Oxlint on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scorePMD · 8.3/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresOxlint · 4 of 4
PMD scores higher on our rubric for linters: 8.3 against 5.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #9 and #33.
PMD leads on languages supported: 16 versus 2.
PMD is the better fit for multilanguage static-analysis programs. Oxlint is the better fit for javaScript teams covering modern web formats.
- PMD fits best
Multilanguage static-analysis programs
- Oxlint fits best
JavaScript teams covering modern web formats
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Side by side
| Feature | PMD 8.3/10 Visit ↗ | Oxlint 5.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.3 | 5.9 |
| Ranking | #9 in Linters | #33 in Linters |
| Best for | Multilanguage static-analysis programs | JavaScript teams covering modern web formats |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free plan |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Support | Docs | Community, Docs |
| Integrations | 10 integrations | 10 integrations |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features PMD 3/4 · Oxlint 4/4 | ||
| Autofix | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Custom rules | ✓ | ✓ |
| Security rules | ✓ | ✓ |
| CI support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Languages supported | 16 (best) | 2 |
| IDE support | Ide | Ide |
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| Our verdict | PMD is an open-source, extensible static code analyzer for developers and development teams working across multiple programming languages. Its published capabilities cover 16 languages and include checks for common programming flaws such… Read the review → |
Oxlint is a Rust-based, open-source linter for JavaScript and TypeScript projects. It is aimed at application and library developers, toolchain teams, and organizations maintaining large repositories. Its format coverage includes… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
PMD — where it wins
- 400+ built-in rules across 16 supported languages
- Custom Java and XPath rules plus CPD duplicate-code detection
- Integrates with major build tools, IDEs, and CI workflows
Where it doesn't
- Autofix is not part of the stated core capabilities
- Its breadth may require managing rules across multiple languages
- Platform coverage is listed as Windows, Linux, and self-hosted
Oxlint — where it wins
- Supports JavaScript, TypeScript, JSX, TSX, Vue, Svelte, and Astro
- Combines type-aware linting, autofix, suggestions, and custom plugins
- Connects with major editors plus GitHub Actions and GitLab CI
Where it doesn't
- Focused on JavaScript and TypeScript rather than multi-language linting
- CI workflow integrations center on GitHub Actions and GitLab CI
- Custom extension support uses JavaScript plugins
- PMD8.3/10 · Free plan
A broad, open-source linter for teams managing static analysis across 16 languages.
Visit PMDFull verdict → - Oxlint5.9/10 · Free plan
A broad open-source linter for modern JavaScript repositories and editor workflows.
Visit OxlintFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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