React Hook Form has released version 7.56.4, succeeding the previous stable version 7.56.3. Both versions maintain the core functionality of being a performant, flexible, and extensible forms library for React Hooks, appealing to developers seeking robust form management solutions. Examining the devDependencies reveals minimal changes between the two versions, suggesting an incremental update. Both versions depend on a comprehensive suite of tools for development, testing, and linting, including cutting-edge tools for React v19, Typescript, ESLint, Rollup and Jest.
A notable difference lies in the dist object: while both have 235 files, version 7.56.4 has a slightly larger unpacked size of 1129234 bytes compared to 1128979 bytes in version 7.56.3. This small increase could indicate minor additions, bug fixes, or optimization tweaks within the codebase. The releaseDate also confirms the newer version was published roughly 10 days after the older version, on May 17, 2025, versus May 7, 2025.
For developers already using React Hook Form, upgrading to 7.56.4 is likely a safe and recommended step to benefit from any potential improvements. New developers can be confident that both versions provide a solid foundation for building complex forms in React. The peerDependencies remain consistent, ensuring compatibility with React versions 16.8.0 through 19. Overall, version 7.56.4 builds upon the stable foundation of 7.56.3 with potentially impactful, albeit incremental, refinements.
The are not vulnerabilities for the version 7.56.4 of the package react-hook-form