Framer
Design tool that combines visual design with code for creating fully interactive prototypes and websites.
About Framer
Framer is a unique design platform that bridges the gap between design and development by combining visual design tools with the power of React code. Unlike traditional design tools, Framer allows designers to create fully interactive prototypes with real data, complex logic, and production-ready components.
Framer's standout feature is its ability to seamlessly blend no-code visual design with code customization. Designers can start with visual tools and progressively add code when needed, or developers can build components that designers can then customize visually. This makes it ideal for creating sophisticated interactive prototypes that behave like real applications.
Recently, Framer has evolved into a full website builder and CMS, enabling teams to design, prototype, and publish production websites all within one tool. With built-in CMS, form handling, and hosting, Framer competes with tools like Webflow while maintaining its design-to-code DNA. It's particularly popular among design-forward startups and teams that value high-quality motion design.
Key Features
- Visual design + React code integration
- Advanced interactive prototyping
- Real data and API integration
- Built-in CMS for content management
- Production-ready website hosting
- Advanced motion design and animations
- Component library and design systems
- Form handling and submissions
- SEO optimization tools
- Custom code components
Pros
- Best-in-class interactive prototyping
- Seamless design-to-code workflow
- Powerful motion design capabilities
- Can publish production websites
Cons
- Steeper learning curve than pure design tools
- Less suitable for pure visual design work
- Smaller plugin ecosystem than Figma