qodesign vs React Bits
React Bits is a big free library of creative effects (text, backgrounds, cursors) with a paid Pro tier. qodesign sells a few complete app pieces one at a time, each with an HTML version as well as React.
| qodesign | React Bits | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3 each, or $29 once for all of them (the Shelf) | Free library. React Bits Pro, one-time: Starter $129, Pro $249, Ultimate $349 |
| Free | 1 free component, no account needed | The open-source library on GitHub |
| Size | 16 components, more added as they ship | A large free library; Pro lists 865 assets |
| What's in a download | React + Tailwind (TSX), PROMPT.md, HTML file | See their site |
| Licence | Personal, commercial and client projects; no reselling the source | MIT + Commons Clause: free to use in your apps, but the components can't be sold or redistributed |
| Stack | HTML/CSS/JS, or React + TypeScript, Tailwind, Framer Motion | React, JavaScript or TypeScript, plain CSS or Tailwind CSS; copy the source or install with a CLI |
| Best for | One memorable animated moment in your app (login, checkout, nav, dashboard) | Text animations, animated backgrounds and creative effects |
Which one to pick
- Pick React Bits if
- You want eye-catching text or background effects for free, or a very large paid library.
- Pick qodesign if
- You need a finished app interaction, such as a login, OTP screen, cart or dashboard, and only want to pay for that one.