Angular Versions

Last Updated : 15 Apr, 2025

Angular has been an essential framework in web development, enabling developers to build dynamic and responsive web applications. Since its launch, Angular has evolved, introducing new features, performance improvements, and enhanced capabilities. Understanding the different versions of Angular and their changes is crucial for developers to keep their applications modern and take advantage of the latest advancements.

Here, we explore the evolution of Angular from AngularJS to the latest stable version, Angular 16, and provide practical guidance for choosing the right version and migrating between them.

Note: Angular version 3 was never released and the latest version of the Angular is Angular 19.

Let’s take a look at the different versions of Angular, their release years, and the key features they introduced:

Version/Official Name	Release Year	Description
AngularJS or Angular 1 (Initial Release)	2010	First version for building dynamic web applications
Angular 2	2016	Added: TypeScript as the primary language Component-based architecture Improved dependency injection Directives with new syntax Angular CLI for better tooling
Angular 3	-	-
Angular 4	2017	Added: Smaller Angular compiler Faster rendering Improved error handling Better support for animation
Angular 4.3	2017	Added: HttpClient for making HTTP requests New router life cycle events for Guards and Resolvers. Minor release, meaning that it contains no breaking changes and that It is a drop-in replacement for Angular 4.x.x.
Angular 5	2017	Added: Progressive Web App (PWA) support Angular Universal for server-side rendering Angular CLI updates Better HTTP client
Angular 6	2018	Added: Angular Elements package CLI updates for easier upgrading Angular Material updates Tree shaking optimizations
Angular 7	2018	Added: Virtual scrolling Drag-and-drop functionality Angular CLI build optimizations Improved error handling
Angular 8	2019	Added: Differential loading for modern browsers Angular Ivy (in preview) Dynamic imports Support for Angular Elements
Angular 9	2020	Added: Full implementation of Angular Ivy Better performance with smaller bundle sizes Faster compilation times Improved testing and debugging
Angular 10	2020	Added: TypeScript 3.9 support Angular CLI performance improvements Strict typing for forms Better tooling for image optimization
Angular 11	2020	Added: Webpack 5 support Faster builds Better error messages TypeScript 4.0 support
Angular 12	2021	Added: Strict template checking Support for inline Sass Angular compiler improvements Enhanced DevTools support
Angular 13	2021	Added: Standalone components Image optimization improvements Better SSR (Server-Side Rendering) support Faster server-side rendering
Angular 14	2022	Added: Angular Material updates Simplified imports RxJS 7 support Angular Ivy enhancements
Angular 15	2022	Added: Standalone components (official release) Enhanced hydration for SSR Optimized error handling Advanced debugging tools
Angular 16	2023	Added: Signal API for state management Enhanced routing with guards Optimized build system More fine-grained control over change detection
Angular 17	2023	Added: Improved server-side rendering (SSR) support Automatic tree-shaking for faster builds Advanced debugging tools New Angular CLI features
Angular 18	2024	Added: Dynamic loading of components Support for modern JavaScript frameworks New Angular Material components Enhanced error handling for complex apps
Angular 19 (Latest Version)	2024	Added: Native ES Modules support Automatic bundle optimization Enhanced TypeScript 5.0 compatibility Performance improvements in Ivy rendering

Did you know? Angular started as AngularJS in 2010, created by Misko Hevery and Adam Abrons at Google to make it easier to build dynamic web applications. What began as an experimental project quickly gained popularity and evolved into one of the most powerful and widely used frameworks for building modern web applications.

Choosing the Right Angular Version for Your Project

When deciding on which Angular version to use for your project, there are several factors to consider:

Security: Always choose actively supported versions to benefit from the latest security updates.
Performance: Angular 9 and later versions (with Ivy) provide significant performance improvements over earlier versions.
Compatibility: Ensure that your application’s dependencies and third-party libraries are compatible with the Angular version you choose.

PHP Version Recommendations by Project Type

Choose the right PHP version based on your project requirements and compatibility needs:

Project Type	Recommended Angular Version	Notes
New Web Applications	Angular 19	Best for better performance and easy maintenance.
Progressive Web Apps	Angular 18 or Angular 19	Works well for offline features, modern design, and enhanced support for SSR (Server-Side Rendering).
Legacy Applications	Angular 18 or Angular 19	Good for updating old AngularJS or earlier versions.
Enterprise Applications	Angular 19	Has the latest features and improvements.

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