shireframe

The premium Open Source alternative to Balsamiq

🎯 Best for:Programmers who prefer coding layouts over using visual design software.
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What is shireframe?

A code-centric alternative to Balsamiq that allows developers to build wireframes using web technologies. It enables version-controlled UI planning by defining layouts through declarative syntax rather than visual drag-and-drop tools.

Tech Stack
JavaScriptUI/UX & Prototyping

Why shireframe?

  • Version control friendly
  • Lightweight web-based architecture
  • Extensible via CSS

Limitations

  • No visual editor
  • Limited component library
  • Requires coding knowledge
1/27/2026
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GPL-2.0
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
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$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
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