Edit: Back in 2024, I shared a list of the "⚡️Top 6 Vue.js UI Libraries (Vue 3) Trending in 2024 🔥". Now in 2025 I couldn’t resist revisiting this topic to see what has changed and which libraries are still making waves 🎉
If you have been working with Vue.js for a while, you will know how it hooks you with its simplicity, flexibility, and sheer performance. It has been my go-to framework for years, and I am always on the lookout for tools that make developing with Vue even better. UI component libraries are some of the best tools in that category, they save so much time and help you build beautiful, responsive interfaces without breaking a sweat.
Since Vue 3 officially became the default after Vue 2’s retirement at the end of 2023 (RIP Vue 2 👋), the community has rallied around libraries designed specifically for Vue 3. In this article, I am sharing 6 of the most popular Vue.js UI libraries for 2025—libraries I have loved using or seen gain serious momentum this year.
Whether you are just starting with Vue or deep into building your next big project, these libraries are worth a look. Let’s dive in!
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1. Vuetify
First up is Vuetify, the OG Material Design-based UI library for Vue.js. It provides over 100 customizable components for creating beautiful and responsive user interfaces. With its modular design, developers can selectively import components, which keeps the bundle size small and improve performance.
Additionally, Vuetify integrates seamlessly with Nuxt 3 and features powerful theming capabilities where developers can customize their application style and match it with their brand.
As of January 2025, Vuetify has over 40,000 stars (from 38,800 stars in 2024) on GitHub and an average weekly downloads count of close to 600,000. (The trend line seems to be growing steadily over the years)
Features:
Over 80 pre-designed components.
Support for server-side rendering and single-page applications.
Extensive documentation and active community support.
Learn more on https://vuetifyjs.com
2. PrimeVue
PrimeVue is a rich set of open-source UI components for Vue applications powered by PrimeTek. It offers over 90 components and 200+ icons making it one of the most comprehensive libraries in the Vue.js community. It's a lightweight library with exclusive Tailwind CSS integration, enabling developers to build complex enterprise-level applications with ease.
PrimeVue also features an intuitive API, allowing developers to quickly customize the components to achieve their desired designs.
As of January 2025, PrimeVue has over 11,000 stars (from 6,800 stars in 2024) on GitHub and an average weekly downloads count of over 280,000 (Huge increase from around 170,000 downloads in 2024).
Features:
Over 80 versatile components, including charts and data tables.
Accessibility features compliant with WAI-ARIA.
Regular updates and a supportive community.
Learn more on https://primevue.org/
3. Element Plus
Element Plus is the successor to Element UI, which was designed exclusively for Vue 2.x. While its predecessor focused on Vue 2.x, Element Plus brings new features, modern tools, and an active community, making it a reliable choice for developers around the globe.
With its strong TypeScript support and an API designed for Vue 3’s Composition API, Element Plus offers a smooth development experience. Its UI style is clean and easy to personalize, making it suitable for everything from small projects to large-scale applications. Its documentation and examples further simplify adoption for new users.
As of January 2025, Element Plus has over 25,000 stars (from 22,600 stars in 2024) on GitHub and an average weekly downloads count of over 230,000.
Features:
Rich component library with customizable themes.
Internationalization support.
Detailed documentation and community-driven development.
Learn more on https://element-plus.org/en-US/
4. Quasar
Quasar is a high-performance Vue framework that enables developers to build responsive websites, mobile apps, and Electron apps using a single codebase. What makes Quasar, founded since 2015, different and standout from other UI component libraries is that Quasar is not only a UI component library but an entire framework.
Quasar's UI Components feature 70 high performance customizable Material Design components and icons of various styles (bootstrap, material, fontawesome and many more). The documentation is detailed and well thought-out. The library also has pre-built features including animations and functions to handle dates and times.
As of January 2025, Quasar has over 26,000 stars (from 25,000 stars in 2024) on GitHub and an average weekly downloads count of over 150,000.
Features:
Supports multiple platforms (SPA, SSR, PWA, Mobile, and Desktop).
Comprehensive theming and customization options.
Built-in support for internationalization.
Learn more on https://quasar.dev/
5. Radix Vue
Radix Vue is a headless component library crafted specifically for Vue.js, offering developers an accessibility-first approach to building user interfaces. Adapted from the popular Radix UI, it provides a robust set of highly customizable components that integrate seamlessly with Vue 3 applications.
The library prioritizes WAI-ARIA compliance, ensuring all components, such as dropdown menus, sliders, and modals, are fully accessible out of the box. Radix Vue’s headless architecture allows developers to implement their unique styling and behavior without being tied to a specific design system, making it a versatile choice for projects of any scale.
As of January 2025, Radix Vue continues to grow in popularity, with a thriving GitHub community and over 130,000 weekly downloads.
Features:
Fully accessible components built with WAI-ARIA standards for inclusivity out of the box.
Headless architecture, allowing complete customization of styles and behavior to fit any design system.
Modular and lightweight, optimized for seamless integration into Vue 3 applications.
Learn more on https://www.radix-vue.com/
6. Ant Design Vue
Ant Design Vue (Antdv) brings the power of the Ant Design ecosystem to Vue.js, offering a polished and professional UI library. Originally developed for React by a team at Alibaba, its Vue implementation has carved out its own space, earning a reputation for its extensive features and developer-friendly design.
Antdv provides a wide array of components, from complex data visualization tools to advanced forms and tree structures. Its focus on scalability and flexibility makes it a strong contender for both small projects and enterprise-grade applications. While the sheer number of features can feel overwhelming at first, the clear documentation and consistent design system make it easy to master.
As of January 2025, Ant Design Vue has over 20,500 stars (from 19,300 stars in 2024) on GitHub and an average weekly downloads count of over 90,000.
Features:
Comprehensive component library with consistent design language.
Customizable themes and styles.
Strong community support and regular updates.
Learn more on https://antdv.com/
Special Mention: Nuxt UI
Nuxt UI is a UI framework built by the Nuxt team that offers a library of components specifically designed for seamless integration with Nuxt.js projects. It ensures developers have a fast, reliable, and optimized experience when crafting modern web applications.
The library includes a curated selection of lightweight and highly customizable components that prioritize performance and developer productivity. Its components are designed to work out of the box with Nuxt’s powerful features, such as server-side rendering (SSR) and static site generation (SSG), making it an excellent choice for creating scalable and responsive applications.
As of January 2025, Nuxt UI is gaining traction in the Vue.js community, with a rapidly growing GitHub presence and over 460,000 weekly downloads. It’s quickly becoming a go-to solution for those seeking a streamlined and efficient component library tailored for Nuxt.js.
Features:
Optimized components tailored for seamless integration with Nuxt’s SSR and SSG capabilities.
Lightweight and customizable, designed to enhance performance without sacrificing flexibility.
Backed by the Nuxt team, ensuring consistent updates, detailed documentation, and community support.
Learn more on https://ui.nuxt.com/
Conclusion
The Vue.js ecosystem continues to thrive in 2025, offering developers a wide range of UI component libraries to meet every need, from comprehensive frameworks to lightweight, customizable solutions. Whether you’re building a simple personal project or a complex enterprise application, there’s a library perfectly suited for your needs.
Each of the libraries brings something unique to the table. To understand which one aligns with your project specific requirements, workflow or design preferences, diving in to explore what each has to offer is probably the best option. 🚀
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