React Native was released in 2015 by Facebook, allowing developers to use React JS with native platform capabilities and arguably, over a couple of years it has become the most popular cross-platform mobile application development framework. With tons of amazing features and useful libraries, many popular brands have developed their Mobile apps in React Native.
In this article, we’ll be mostly focusing on the best React Native component libraries for developers to use in 2020. Picking the right component libraries can save a significant amount of time and help you deliver application projects before the specified timelines.
Based on a thorough analysis of parameters such as Github stars, usefulness, functionalities and a survey of our expert mobile application developers we have listed down the 11 top React Native libraries that will enhance your efficiency.
1. React Native Elements:-
It is basically a cross-platform UI toolkit which is one the simplest ways to start as it keeps amazing open-source UI components together in one single place.
And React Native elements can also be used in web projects with React Native Web which facilitates programmers to create fast and adaptive UIs in JavaScript.
Some interesting things:-
- Supported Modes of input - Type, Click & Swipe
- RTL Support
- Built-in accessibility
- Connect React Native apps with open-source contributions
- Used by big brands such as Twitter, Flipkart, Uber etc.
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 19,500
- Latest Update: 2.3.2
- Documentation
2. Material Kit
This is another prime component library which contains a collective set of UI components and supports Material Design patterns.
You can find a few buttons inside named as cards, tex fields and range sliders. Besides this, you can also create your own customized ones by using the predefined builder.
The design system looks similar in both iOS and Android but this library is not compatible with the web and hence you can not consider this if you’re planning to build universal applications.
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 4,700
- Latest Update: 0.6.0 (beta version)
- Documentation
3. React Native Base
This library contains a set of useful cross-platform React Native components and often used in rewriting React components for different platforms.
Unlike the previous Material Kit library, NativeBase is available for web applications also.
Its open-source project contains:-
- Native Starter App
- ToDo App
- Twitter Clone App
- Tutorial App
You’ll get access to the following in Premium:-
- Job listings
- Booking Apps
- Rental Apps
- Messaging Apps
- Many more
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 14,300
- Latest Update: 2.12.1
- Documentation
4. Vector Icons
Do you want to include some splendid icons in your applications and make them more appealing? If yes, then this React Native library can pave the way.
There are 3000+ icons available which perhaps will be more than enough to satisfy your needs. And what’s more interesting is that you can even customize the styles and extend the icons.
It supports:-
- Android Toolbar
- Image Source
- TabBar
- Multi-Style font
Insights of the library:-
5. React Native Paper
This is another free open-source library having all the essential components that are designed in accordance with Google Material Design standards.
It works on mobile as well as web and contains customizable and production-ready components having theming support with the option to shift between light and dark modes.
It handles and focuses on:-
- UI Logic
- Animations
- Customizations of default color
- Accessibility
- Full Theming support
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 6,600
- Latest Update: 4.2.0
- Documentation
6. Gifted Chat
This is perhaps the best React native component library to set up a Chat UI. It is written in TypeScript and supports customizable components to help you load previous messages or copy them to the clipboard. Also, there is an InputToolbar, allowing users to prevent the use of a keyboard. It is also compatible with Redux.
There are also fascinating Avatars such as:-
- Multi-line text input
- Prompt reply (bot)
- User’s initials
- Localized dates
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 9,800
- Latest Update: 0.16.3
- Documentation & Weekly npm downloads: 25,000+
7. Ignite CLI
Ignite CLI comes with a robust starter kit, allowing developers to smoothly deploy native applications. It adapts boilerplates for your project following the best practices and works with both the platforms i.e iOS and Android.
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 6,600
- Latest Update: 3.5.3
8. React Native Material UI
This library offers around 20 highly components that include toolbars, avatars, action buttons, drawers etc. These all components use material design and can be customized to a great extent.
Additional features to start or make your own boilerplate:-
- Modular Plugin System
- Usage of Example Screen
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 3,600
- Latest Update: 1.30.1
- Documentation & Weekly npm downloads: 4,000+
9. React Native Maps
This is a great React Native component library if you want to integrate map components into your Android and iOS applications. Developers love this component library because it offers immense customizations with map style like:-
- Changing the location
- Mapview position
- Clickables on Google maps
- Enable Zooming on selected markers
- API to control Map’s center & Zoom also
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 11,500
- Latest Update: 0.27.1
- Weekly Npm Downloads: 102,000+
10. Lottie
Introduced by Airbnb, this library helps you to add splendid animations in your application. Whenever you create any animation in Adobe after effects or any other software, you have to convert its format so that it is compatible with your application. And Lottie does the same for you by exporting animation data in JSON format.
It's amazing because:-
- Animation files are small in size
- Are in Vector Format
- Do not impact the performance/speed of your app
- Will brush-up your UI
- Plugins are available for free
- Makes your app more appealing
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 13,400
- Latest Update: 3.5.0
- Documentation & Weekly npm downloads: 106,000+
11. Teaset
Developers use this component library for improving content display and action control. This UI library can be the best companion for those who are more inclined towards design and focus on simplicity. Teaset features more than 20 pure JS (ES6) and TypeScript component classes.
Insights of the library:-
- Github Stars: 2,500
- Latest Update: 0.7.4
- Documentation
Wrapping up:-
So, you just have gone through some of the best React Native Libraries to use in 2020 which can make a huge difference in building more thriving apps and deliver it more diligently, saving an ample amount of your time.
Nevertheless, if you’re seeking a consultation regarding the development of your mobile application project, Citrusbug’s highly experienced and shrewd React Native Developers & Mobile Developers can float your boat.
Oldest comments (4)
Can you add magnus ui on the list?
magnus-ui.com/
Sure, I'll cover your point when I'll update this article.
Thank you for your suggestion.
Syncfusion library missing here syncfusion.com/react-ui-components
Thanks @citrusbug for this informative article.
Open source is essential for application developers. It is unfortunate that Open Base is shut down.
I was looking for an alternative, and came across kandi from Open Weaver. It helps developers like me find libraries and code snippets to help build applications faster through open source reuse.
The library referred in your article is available on kandi.openweaver.com/javascript/ri...
Thanks to such tools for support to the open source community. Happy coding!