I never been satisfied from using project like (https://github.com/redfin/react-server ) or (https://github.com/zeit/next.js/), here's why :
- If there is a bug you need to wait for them to fix it - or if you really have time then make a PR and good luck with that :)
- Lack of features: things like CSS module and import image within react module does not exist ( or at least they are buggy )
- Strange and non natural paradigm introduced in your project, I believe the aim of software is to make life easier and more natural way
- You don't have much control - the framework will do the magic for you, this also refers to the 1
- Universal Javascript ( server and front code sharing / rendering )
- Support for CSS module and Import Images into your react components
- You have much control over your configuration, simpler upgrade!
- No junky code, code really simple and can be easily incorporated into your project
If you have any question or spot a bug, please create an issue I'll usually respond on few hours.