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Lighthouse vs webhint: catalog facts
Lighthouse	webhint
Free The open-source tool is available without a license fee.	Free Free open-source project hosted by the OpenJS Foundation.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Web, Command line	Browser extension, Command line
Turns vague performance complaints into a specific, prioritised list Runs in CI as well as in the browser, so regressions can be caught	Same checks available in the editor, the browser and CI Built into Microsoft Edge DevTools
Scores vary between runs and depend heavily on the machine and network A good score is not the same as a fast experience for real users	The CLI requires Node.js and npx Aimed at developers rather than site owners who want a one-click report
Downloadable app	Downloadable app, Browser extension
Open source	Open source
License: Apache-2.0	License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed	No account needed
Not stated if it works offline	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 22, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 24, 2026

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