4 Open Source Alternatives to Draft.js

There are 4 open-source alternatives to Draft.js in this directory. The most popular is Tiptap with 36.1k GitHub stars, followed by Editor.js(31.7k stars). All are open source, free to use, and many can be self-hosted.

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Open-source alternatives to Draft.js, ranked by GitHub stars
#ToolStarsLanguageLicense
1Tiptap

The headless rich text editor framework for web artisans, providing flexibility and extensibility for creating custom text editing experiences.

36.1kTypeScriptMIT License
2Editor.js

A versatile block-style editor with a focus on clean JSON output, perfect for creating rich, structured content.

31.7kTypeScriptApache License 2.0
3Plate

Plate is a rich-text editor powered by AI, providing a feature-rich text editing experience.

16.1kTypeScriptOther
4CodeMirror Dev

Development repository for the CodeMirror editor project, a versatile text editor framework for the web.

7.8kJavaScriptOther

All open-source alternatives to Draft.js

Frequently asked questions

What are the best open-source alternatives to Draft.js?

The top three are Tiptap(36.1k stars), Editor.js(31.7k stars), Plate(16.1k stars). All are open source and free to use.

Are these alternatives to Draft.js free?

Yes. Every tool listed here is open source and free to use in your own projects. Many can be self-hosted on your own infrastructure, which means no subscription fees and full control over your data.

Can I self-host an alternative to Draft.js?

Many of the alternatives listed are self-hostable. Each tool's page lists hosting details, system requirements, and licensing terms.

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