Introduction
In my previous posts around No/Low Code, I focused on closed low-code platforms. It’s beyond frustrating how locked-in these systems are. In one of those posts, I even said, “I just wish there was a low-code platform that could co-exist on top of my existing code.”
Extensibility and flexibility are the name of the game here.
Codux
Today, I accidentally came across Codux from Wix.com
Codux is not a low-code platform — it’s a React UI designer that lives alongside your code, not outside of it.
And that’s a big deal.
A solid UI designer is a cornerstone for enabling low-code workflows. Codux isn’t perfect by any means, but it’s heading in a really promising direction.
What stood out to me is how seamlessly it handles project creation, installs packages (dependencies), and runs commands in the background — all without getting in your way.
Let’s be honest:
We shouldn’t still be hand-coding HTML and CSS in 2025.
Codux offers a solid alternative — and yes, there’s a free version available.
Why I like Codux:
- The UI feels familiar and follows common design patterns.
- It actually looks good, which makes it more comfortable to use.
- WYSIWYG editing with a real-time page preview.
- Low learning curve — you’re not wrestling with a new paradigm.
- It works with your existing project, not instead of it.
- If you make UI changes manually in your code, Codux updates accordingly.
- The Codux files lives in the project in a special Codux folder.
- Git integration
This is exactly the kind of tool that bridges the gap between full-code and low-code — with flexibility and control still in your hands.
What could be better
Since I’m not sponsored by Codux, I can be totally honest here — which means I can call things out freely. 😄
That said, there honestly isn’t a lot of “bad” to say about the product. It fills a specific niche really well, and even in its beta state, it’s looking solid.
That said, while Codux, I couldn’t help but wish they were also building a true low-code alternative. Something that gives you visual state management alongside the UI designer.
Here’s my initial wishlist after trying it out:
1. Access to more libraries (built-in)
It’d be great if Codux let you install and use more libraries right out of the box — no extra work required. Think:
- MUI
- TailwindCSS
- Radix UI
- …and others.
These are industry standards at this point, and first-class support would be a huge win.
2. Plugin support
This is a big one. A plugin system could open a lot of doors quickly, especially if it’s open to the community.
Want support for something like React Flow? Great — there should be a plugin for that. It could manage the necessary assets, handle the canvas and properties, and make it easy to visually build flow-based interfaces.
3. Framework-agnostic support
Sure, React holds about 40% of the market, but Vue is also fantastic — and more importantly, why not let us build using vanilla web components that follow W3C standards?
If Codux became truly framework-agnostic, it could reach a much broader audience and enable teams to build UI regardless of their tech stack.
Summary
In summary, Codux offers a promising approach to UI design by integrating seamlessly with existing React projects, enhancing both flexibility and control. While it has room for growth—such as expanding library support, introducing plugins, and embracing framework agnosticism—its current trajectory suggests it could become an indispensable tool for developers seeking efficient, code-friendly design solutions.
Overall, I love the experience of Codux, and look forward to monitoring its future.
I must admit though, I am tempted in developing a no code architectural design that builds on what Codux has done.