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Helix

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Free alternative to v0.dev and Magic Patterns. Generate React components from text prompts or screenshots. Upload up to 10 images with Glimpse vision, use 10+ AI providers, and get instant previews. 100% free forever.

See Helix in Action

Check out 10 real components generated by Helix using 7 different AI providers.
Preset comparisons, AI error fixing demos, and more.

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Why Pay $20-49/month?

v0.dev

$20/moFREE

Limited to 5 generations/day on free tier

Magic Patterns

$49/moFREE

Only 10 generations on free plan

Helix

$0/mo

21,000+ free requests/day across 10+ AI providers. Unlimited generations.

Powerful Features

Everything you need to generate beautiful React components with AI

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Text-to-Component

Describe what you want in natural language and watch Helix generate production-ready React components instantly.

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Screenshot-to-Code

Upload up to 10 images of designs, mockups, or existing UIs. Helix analyzes them with Glimpse vision and generates matching code.

Instant Preview

See your components come to life instantly in the built-in preview panel. No need to copy-paste into another environment.

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AI Error Fixing

Component not working? Click one button and AI automatically analyzes and fixes errors in your generated code.

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10+ AI Providers

Choose from Groq, Gemini, Cerebras, Claude, OpenAI, DeepSeek, and more. Each with generous free tiers totaling 21,000+ requests/day.

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Local AI Support

Run 100% offline with Ollama or LM Studio. Your code never leaves your machine. Perfect for sensitive projects.

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One-Click Export

Copy generated components directly to your clipboard or download as files. Ready to drop into your Next.js or React project.

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Tailwind CSS

All components use Tailwind CSS for styling. Beautiful, responsive, and fully customizable out of the box.

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Encrypted API Keys

Your API keys are encrypted locally using AES-GCM. They never leave your device unencrypted. Open source and auditable.

Download Helix

Desktop app available for Windows, macOS, and Linux

1. Download the latest release from GitHub
2. Choose an AI provider (Groq recommended - 14,400 free/day)
3. Add your free API key (get one at console.groq.com)
4. Describe your component: "Create a pricing card with three tiers"
5. Click Generate → Watch your component appear!
React TypeScript Tailwind CSS Next.js Electron Groq Gemini Claude Ollama

Free AI Providers

21,000+ free requests per day across all providers

Groq

14,400 req/day free

Ultra-fast inference at 560 tokens/sec. Best for rapid prototyping.

Gemini

1,500 req/day free

1M token context window. Perfect for analyzing large screenshots.

Cerebras

14,400 req/day free

Fastest inference available. Ideal for quick iterations.

Ollama

Unlimited & Local

Run models like Llama 3.2 locally. 100% free, 100% private.

Start Building for Free

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