5 UI component libraries to build custom apps in 2024
Tags: lowcode, nextjs, nocode, uilibrary
Published: 2024-01-24 10:59:56

So, we all love to design apps quickly, that will be functional and look good at the same time.

There are 3 main ways to do it:
- with code
- low-code
- no-code

I use all of them depends on what I want to build and how fast.

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/dj2rv1fvq95y7b3iuvrh.gif)

Check them below:

## [Next JS+ Tailwind UI ](https://tailwindui.com)

![Tailwind UI](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/xm2emp27pb4fxpz3i2z7.png)

**Framework Base:** Built on Tailwind CSS for utility-first styling.
**Component Library:** Offers a wide range of pre-designed UI components.
**Responsive Design**: Components are designed to be fully responsive.
**Customization**: Extensive customization using Tailwind CSS utilities.
**Productivity**: Aims to speed up UI development with ready-to-use components.


## [NextJS + shadcn/ui](https://ui.shadcn.com)
 

![shadcn](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/jjk3w826evylps69li3u.png)
**Design Aesthetic**: Focuses on modern and visually appealing components.
**Component Range**: Includes a variety of UI elements.
**Customization**: Likely offers customizable components.
**Accessibility**: Emphasizes accessible design.
**Usage**: Suitable for app development.


## [Next js+ Next UI](https://nextui.org)


![Next UI library](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/6gb79g8v8xm72eopz51t.png)

**UI Library Focus**: Modern React UI components.
**Built On**: Tailwind CSS.
**Developer Experience**: Full TypeScript support.
**Theme Support**: Automatic dark mode recognition.
**Pricing**: Free with sponsors options
**Customization**: Flexible customization options.
**Use Cases**: Suitable for a wide range of web applications.
**Design**: Offers both light and dark UI options.


## [UI Bakery](https://uibakery.io/templates)

![UI bakery](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/ek58h21r7jwhn8enubnh.png)
 
**Type**: Low-code dashboard solution.
**Functionality**: Real-time data visualization and analytics.
**Data Integration**: Connects with databases, spreadsheets, and APIs.
**User-Friendly**: Drag-and-drop interface for ease of use.
**Target Users**: Suitable for users with basic technical skills.
**Customization**: Customizable for various business needs.
**Real-Time Insights**: Designed to aid informed decision-making.


Perfect to build: Internal apps and admin dashboards

https://uibakery.io/solutions/specialized-apps

#[Bubble ](https://bubble.io)
![Bubble](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/3tp2mjz1nawjt39f4zbu.png)

**No-code Development**: Enables building web apps without coding.
**Customization**: Offers extensive customization options for app design.
**Database Management**: Includes built-in tools for database creation and management.
**Scalability**: Suitable for both simple prototypes and complex applications.
**Plugin System**: Access to a wide range of plugins for extended functionality.
**Responsive Design**: Supports building mobile-responsive applications.


## Full comparison: 

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/veaudzzg5v3h82n7axc9.png)


## Thanks for reading

![Image description](https://dev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com/uploads/articles/du86hteesc92zhfae4q2.gif)
 
Did I miss some good tools?