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Laravel Jetstream is a robust application starter kit designed for modern web apps. With built-in support for authentication, two-factor security, team management, and API integration via Sanctum, Jetstream provides everything needed to launch secure, scalable Laravel projects fast. In this post, we explore why Jetstream is ideal for SaaS platforms and advanced dashboards, and how it compares to Breeze and the legacy Auth scaffolding.
Laravel JetStream
Keith
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June 21, 2025

Comparing Jetstream to Other Presets
🔥 Laravel Jetstream – Perks
- Built on Tailwind CSS
- Supports Livewire or Inertia.js (SPA or traditional)
- Includes full two-factor authentication (2FA) system
- Session management UI (log out browser sessions, view activity)
- Built-in API token management via Sanctum
- Optional Team Management (create, switch, assign team roles)
- Out-of-the-box profile management
- Uses password confirmation middleware
- Great for SaaS platforms, internal tools, and secure dashboards
- Highly extensible; integrates with Fortify and Sanctum
⚙️ Laravel Breeze – Overview
- Built on Tailwind CSS
- Simple Blade-based MPA, no SPA features
- ❌ No 2FA or session management
- ❌ No team support
- ⚠️ Basic profile management only
- ❌ No API token support out of the box
- ✅ Lightweight and ideal for MVPs or prototypes
- ✅ Easier to customize for simple apps
👑 Why Choose Jetstream?
Jetstream is more than auth — it's a production-ready starter kit. With 2FA, team support, Sanctum API tokens, and either Livewire or Inertia, it gives you modern tools out of the box.
Choose Breeze if you're building something fast and light.
Use Laravel UI only when working on legacy Bootstrap-based systems.
🧠 When to Use Each
🔥 Jetstream:
- Need SPA support
- Require 2FA, teams, or APIs
- Building SaaS, dashboards, multi-user apps
❄️ Breeze:
- Prototyping or MVP
- Simpler app needs
- No need for SPAs
🧬 Laravel UI:
- Maintaining Bootstrap-based legacy projects
- Need a minimal login-only auth system
🧩 Final Thoughts
Jetstream is secure, scalable, and deeply integrated with Laravel’s modern stack: Livewire, Inertia, Sanctum, Fortify, and Tailwind. It’s the right choice for serious apps.
✅ You can:
You can learn more by visiting the Laravel Jetstream documentation.