Shadcn/UI now defaults to Base UI instead of Radix
ui.shadcn.com
July 5, 2026
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Summary
Base UI is now the default component library in shadcn/ui as of July 2026. Base UI is developed by the same team that created Radix, offering unstyled headless components with improved APIs and accessibility.
Key Takeaways
- Base UI is now the default component library in shadcn/ui, replacing Radix for new projects.
- Base UI is stable at version 1.6.0 and has over 6 million weekly downloads.
- Radix is not being deprecated and will continue to receive updates and support alongside Base UI.
- A migration skill has been developed to facilitate transitioning from Radix to Base UI without disrupting existing projects.
Community Sentiment
Positives
- Mantine is brilliant for building quickly, and its customization options make it a favorite despite a slight learning curve.
- The shift to using LLMs for migration work could streamline processes, making development more efficient and less error-prone.
Concerns
- The copy-paste approach of shadcn may lead to more problems down the line, complicating upgrades that should be straightforward.
- Many feel that UI libraries are just reinventing the wheel endlessly, leading to frustration over redundant solutions.