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SwiftPatch vs CodePush

CodePush is deprecated. Here's why SwiftPatch is the best alternative.

Feature Comparison

Core Features

FeatureSwiftPatchMicrosoft CodePush
Active DevelopmentCodePush deprecated March 2025
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Differential Patching
98% smallerWinner
Full bundle
Automatic Rollback
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Crash Detection
AutomaticWinner
Manual
Deploy Speed
< 60 secondsWinner
2-5 minutes
React Native New Arch
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Enterprise

FeatureSwiftPatchMicrosoft CodePush
Self-Hosting
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Bundle Signing
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Staged Rollouts
1% → 100%Winner
Basic
SSO/SAML
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Audit Logs
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Limited

Developer Experience

FeatureSwiftPatchMicrosoft CodePush
CLI Tool
ModernWinner
Legacy
CI/CD Integration
NativeWinner
Manual
Dashboard
Real-timeWinner
Basic
Documentation
ComprehensiveWinner
Outdated
AI-Powered CLISwiftPatch is the only OTA platform with AI built into the CLI
Diagnostics, changelogs, debugWinner

Pricing Comparison

SPSwiftPatch

FreeFree
  • 5,000 deploys/mo
  • 2 apps
  • Community support
Indie$19/mo
  • 25,000 deploys/mo
  • 5 apps
  • Email support
Team$79/mo
  • 200,000 deploys/mo
  • 15 apps
  • Priority support
  • CI/CD integrations
EnterpriseCustom
  • Unlimited deploys
  • Self-hosting
  • SSO/SAML
  • Dedicated support

CPMicrosoft CodePush

App CenterDeprecated
  • Service ending March 2025
  • No new features
  • Migration required

Migration Guide

1

Install SwiftPatch

Remove CodePush and install SwiftPatch SDK

npm uninstall react-native-code-push && npm install swiftpatch
2

Run Migration

Automatic migration script converts your configuration

npx swiftpatch migrate
3

Update App Code

Replace CodePush initialization with SwiftPatch

import { SwiftPatch } from 'swiftpatch';

SwiftPatch.init({
  deploymentKey: 'YOUR_KEY',
  autoRollback: true,
});
4

Deploy

Ship your first SwiftPatch update

swiftpatch release --platform all

SwiftPatch is the clear choice

With CodePush deprecated, SwiftPatch offers everything CodePush did—and much more. Smaller patches, automatic rollback, and active development make it the obvious choice for React Native teams.

  • 98% smaller patches save bandwidth and improve UX
  • Automatic rollback prevents broken deploys from affecting users
  • Active development with weekly updates and new features
  • Modern tooling with first-class CI/CD support
  • Enterprise-ready with self-hosting and SSO
  • AI-powered CLI for pre-publish diagnostics, changelog generation, and crash debugging
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does migration from CodePush take?

Most teams complete migration in under 30 minutes using our automated migration script. The script handles configuration conversion, and our SDK is designed to be a drop-in replacement.

Will my existing CodePush deployments continue working?

Yes, your existing CodePush deployments will continue working until the March 2025 shutdown date. You can run SwiftPatch alongside CodePush during transition.

Is SwiftPatch compliant with App Store guidelines?

Yes, SwiftPatch follows the same OTA update guidelines as CodePush. You can only update JavaScript bundles and assets—no native code changes. This is compliant with Apple App Store Guidelines Section 3.3.2 and Google Play policies.

Do I need to rebuild my app binary?

No. SwiftPatch works with your existing app binary. After installing the SDK and configuring it, you can start pushing OTA updates immediately.

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