What frameworks does Incubator support?

Incubator components are built with React and Tailwind CSS v4, with optional Framer Motion animations. They work seamlessly with Next.js, Remix, and Vite. You can also export to WordPress or plain HTML.

How do I use Incubator components?

Simply browse the catalog, find a section you like, copy the TSX code, and paste it into your project. No proprietary packages or dependencies to install — just Tailwind CSS v4 and optionally Framer Motion.

Can I use Incubator components for commercial projects?

Absolutely. All components are MIT licensed. You can use them freely for client work, SaaS products, agency projects, or any commercial application.

How many components does Incubator have?

Incubator currently offers 844+ production-ready sections across 50+ types including Hero, Navbar, Footer, Pricing, Testimonials, FAQ, Features, CTA, Contact, and many more. New sections are added weekly.

What is the API plan?

The API plan at €20/month gives you programmatic access via a REST API to all sections. It is MCP-compatible for AI workflows and supports up to 200 requests per minute.

Are there built-in themes?

Yes, Incubator includes 7 built-in themes. Pro users can fully customize themes to match their brand identity including colors, typography, and spacing.

What dependencies do Incubator components require?

Components only require Tailwind CSS v4. Framer Motion is optional for animated variants. There are no proprietary packages — everything is standard React and Tailwind.

Incubator vs Magic UI

Incubator and Magic UI take different approaches to enhancing React interfaces. Magic UI specializes in beautiful micro-animations — animated counters, particle effects, text animations, and animated borders — that integrate seamlessly with shadcn/ui. Incubator provides 844+ complete page sections with built-in Framer Motion animations across 50+ section types. Magic UI enhances individual elements; Incubator provides entire page blocks.

Feature Comparison

Feature	Incubator	Magic UI
Component Count	844+ sections✓	150+ components
Component Type	Full page sections✓	Animated micro-components
Theme Support	7 themes + custom✓	shadcn theme system
Micro-Animations	Section-level animations	Particle, text, number effects✓
shadcn Compatibility	Independent system	Built on shadcn/ui✓
Section Coverage	50+ section types✓	~20 component types
API Access	REST + MCP✓	None
Price	Free / €9.99/mo Pro	Free / $49 lifetime

Pros & Cons

Incubator

Pros

+5x more components — 844+ full sections vs 150+ micro-components
+Complete page sections, not just animated elements
+7 built-in themes with full customization
+50+ section types for comprehensive page building
+REST API and MCP-compatible for AI workflows

Cons

-No standalone micro-animation components (number tickers, particle effects)
-Not directly shadcn-compatible — separate design system

Magic UI

Pros

+Beautiful micro-animations for enhancing any component
+Built on shadcn/ui — drop-in compatible with existing shadcn projects
+Animated counters, text effects, and border animations
+Free tier with most components accessible
+Growing community and active development

Cons

-Only ~150 components — limited to micro-animation effects
-No full page sections — still need to build layouts yourself
-Tied to shadcn/ui ecosystem — less flexible outside of it

Verdict

Combine both for the best result. Use Incubator for complete, animated page sections — Hero, Features, Pricing, CTA — and use Magic UI to add micro-animation polish to individual elements within those sections. If you already use shadcn/ui, Magic UI slots in naturally. Incubator works best as your primary section library with Magic UI effects layered on top.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Incubator free?+

Yes — Incubator offers a free tier with 3 components per section type. For unlimited access to all 844+ sections, the Pro plan starts at €9.99/month.

What's the difference between Incubator and Magic UI?+

Magic UI provides ~150 animated micro-components (counters, text effects, border animations) built on shadcn/ui. Incubator offers 844+ complete page sections with full layouts and Framer Motion animations. Magic UI enhances individual elements, Incubator provides entire page blocks.

Can I use Incubator and Magic UI together?+

Yes. Use Incubator as your main section library for page layouts, then layer Magic UI effects on top for animated counters, text reveals, or border glow effects within those sections.

Does Magic UI have a theming system?+

Magic UI inherits the shadcn/ui theme system (CSS variables). Incubator goes further with 7 distinct visual themes (minimal, brutalist, glassmorphism, etc.) that transform the entire design mood of every section.

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Victor Aubague

Developer & creator of Incubator