Svelte DevTools

Browser DevTools extension for debugging Svelte applications.

Svelte DevTools - Browser DevTools extension

Svelte DevTools is a browser DevTools extension for the open-source Svelte JavaScript framework, allowing deep insights and inspection of Svelte component hierarchies in real-time. It offers a zero-configuration setup, real-time component tree visualization, interactive state inspection, and dark mode support, and is open source and community-driven.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 10,000+
Rating: 3.71
(24)
Version: 2.2.2 (Last updated: 2024-05-29)
Creation date: 2023-10-24
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • *://*/*
Size: 60.02K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Svelte Devtools (v1.3.0)
2,119+ 4.80 (10)
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Powerful tool for debugging Svelte applications with editable props.
  • Incredible integration of Svelte code directly in the DevTools.
  • Great for quickly debugging complex object arrays.
  • Positive user feedback highlighting its utility and effectiveness.
Cons
  • Does not work with Svelte 5, causing issues for users trying to use the latest version.
  • Frequent reports of the tool not detecting Svelte apps, particularly on specific setups like SvelteKit or Vite.
  • Limited functionality compared to alternatives like Vue DevTools.
  • Challenges reported on various systems including Chromebooks and other browsers.
Most mentioned
  • Not working with Svelte 5
  • No Svelte app detected
  • Integration issues with SvelteKit or Vite projects
User reviews
Good tool but doesn't work with latest release (Svelte 5).
by Lukas, 2025-02-05

vite 6, svelte 5. Doenst work.
by A Z (tuesandt), 2025-01-29

Lack of proper dev tools makes it hard to take Svelte serious. Does not work with 5 and what works with 4 is lacklustre compared to vue devtools for example.
by Emiel van der Hooft, 2025-01-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Svelte DevTools requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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