Animated React Components
Explore 50+ animated React components built with Motion (Framer Motion). Smooth animations, hover effects, transitions, and interactive UI elements for modern web apps.
Last updated: January 30, 2026
Motion-Powered React Components
SmoothUI provides a comprehensive collection of animated React components powered by Motion (formerly Framer Motion). Every component is designed with smooth, performant animations that enhance user experience without sacrificing accessibility.
50+ Components
Buttons, cards, inputs, text effects, and more - all with built-in animations.
Spring Physics
Natural, fluid animations using spring physics for realistic motion.
Reduced Motion
Automatic accessibility support for users who prefer reduced motion.
Animation Categories
Text Animations
Create engaging text effects that capture attention:
| Component | Animation Type | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Typewriter Text | Character reveal | Hero sections, AI interfaces |
| Scramble Hover | Matrix-style scramble | Navigation, headings |
| Wave Text | Wave motion | Decorative headings |
| Reveal Text | Directional reveal | Page transitions |
Interactive Cards
Cards with smooth expand, hover, and transition animations:
| Component | Animation Type | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Expandable Cards | Layout animation | Portfolios, galleries |
| Glow Hover Card | Cursor-following glow | Feature highlights |
| Scrollable Card Stack | Parallax reveal | Testimonials, profiles |
Button Animations
Buttons with satisfying micro-interactions:
| Component | Animation Type | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Magnetic Button | Cursor attraction | CTAs, navigation |
| Button Copy | Success feedback | Code snippets |
| Clip Corners Button | Corner animation | Unique CTAs |
Form Inputs
Inputs with smooth focus and validation animations:
| Component | Animation Type | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Animated Input | Floating label | Forms, search |
| Animated OTP Input | Digit animation | Verification flows |
Notification Components
Animated feedback and notification elements:
| Component | Animation Type | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic Island | Expand/collapse | Notifications, status |
| Basic Toast | Slide animation | Alerts, confirmations |
Why Motion Animations?
Performance Optimized
All animations use GPU-accelerated transforms (transform and opacity) for smooth 60fps performance. No layout thrashing or paint operations.
Accessibility First
Every component respects the prefers-reduced-motion media query. Users who are sensitive to motion see instant transitions instead of animations.
// Built into every component
const shouldReduceMotion = useReducedMotion();Natural Feel
Animations use spring physics with carefully tuned parameters for natural, fluid motion that feels right:
transition={{
type: "spring",
duration: 0.25,
bounce: 0.1
}}Getting Started
Install any animated component using the shadcn CLI:
npx shadcn@latest add @smoothui/expandable-cardsOr browse all components:
All Components
Explore the complete collection of 50+ animated components.
Installation
Set up SmoothUI in your React or Next.js project.
Frequently Asked Questions
SmoothUI vs shadcn/ui
Looking for a shadcn/ui alternative with animations? SmoothUI adds smooth Motion animations to the shadcn ecosystem. Compare features and see why developers choose SmoothUI for animated React components.
Animation Best Practices
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