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 Tailwind UI

Incubator and Tailwind UI both target professional developers building production sites with Tailwind CSS. Incubator delivers 844+ full-page sections with Framer Motion animations, 7 built-in themes, and a REST+MCP API — all running on Tailwind v4. Tailwind UI offers 500+ polished components from the creators of Tailwind themselves, with multi-framework support across React, Vue, and plain HTML, but ships no animations or theming layer.

Feature Comparison

Feature	Incubator	Tailwind UI
Component Count	844+ sections✓	500+ components
Animations	Framer Motion built-in✓	No animations
Built-in Themes	7 themes + custom✓	No theming system
API Access	REST + MCP-compatible✓	None
Tailwind Version	Tailwind CSS v4✓	Tailwind CSS v3
Framework Support	React only	React, Vue, HTML✓
TypeScript	100% typed	100% typed
Pricing	Free tier / €9.99/mo Pro	$299 one-time

Pros & Cons

Incubator

Pros

+844+ full-page sections — nearly double the component count
+Built-in Framer Motion animations on every section
+7 themes with full customization for brand consistency
+REST API and MCP compatibility for AI-driven workflows
+Built on Tailwind CSS v4 with modern features
+Free tier available to evaluate before committing

Cons

-React only — no Vue or plain HTML templates
-Monthly subscription model for full access
-Smaller community compared to the official Tailwind ecosystem

Tailwind UI

Pros

+Created by the Tailwind CSS team — guaranteed design consistency
+Multi-framework support: React, Vue, and plain HTML
+One-time $299 payment — no recurring fees
+Officially maintained alongside Tailwind CSS updates

Cons

-No built-in animations — all motion must be added manually
-No theming system — restyling requires manual work
-Still on Tailwind v3 — no v4 features yet

Verdict

Choose Incubator if you need animated, themeable full-page sections with API access and want the latest Tailwind v4 features. Choose Tailwind UI if you need official multi-framework support or prefer a one-time purchase. For React developers building marketing sites or landing pages, Incubator offers significantly more out of the box.

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 Tailwind UI?+

Incubator provides 844+ full-page sections with built-in Framer Motion animations and 7 themes, while Tailwind UI offers 500+ components as static HTML/React/Vue templates with no animation system. Incubator is subscription-based (€9.99/mo), Tailwind UI is a one-time $299 purchase.

Can I use Incubator components in commercial projects?+

Yes, all Incubator components can be used in unlimited commercial projects. You copy-paste the code directly into your project with no attribution required.

Does Tailwind UI include animations?+

No, Tailwind UI does not include built-in animations. You need to add Framer Motion or CSS animations manually. Incubator ships with Framer Motion animations pre-configured on every section.

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Victor Aubague

Developer & creator of Incubator