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GradientDeck vs Tail Lens for Tailwind
Short answer: Pick GradientDeck if you want Tailwind gradient and UI code generation; pick Tail Lens for Tailwind if you want live Tailwind class editing in the browser. GradientDeck is free; Tail Lens for Tailwind is paid, with a free trial.
GradientDeckA Tailwind Background / Text / Box Shadow Gradient Generator
Tail Lens for TailwindTailwind editor in browser - Inspect, preview, edit, copyWhich to pick
Pick GradientDeck if you want…
- Tailwind gradient and UI code generation
- A free tool
- Integrations with React, Figma or shadcn CLI (on GradientDeck's list, not Tail Lens for Tailwind's)
Pick Tail Lens for Tailwind if you want…
- Live Tailwind class editing in the browser
- Tailwind code inspection
- Integrations with Tailwind CSS v3, Chrome or Firefox (on Tail Lens for Tailwind's list, not GradientDeck's)
Side by side
- What it is
- GradientDeck:GradientDeck generates Tailwind CSS gradients, text effects, box shadows, glass effects and provides AI components.
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:Tail Lens lets you visually inspect, edit and preview Tailwind CSS classes directly in the browser.
- Best for
- GradientDeck:Tailwind gradient and UI code generation
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:Live Tailwind class editing in the browser
- Who it’s for
- GradientDeck:Web developers and designers using Tailwind, React, or Figma.
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:Front-end developers who work with Tailwind CSS.
- Pricing
- GradientDeck:Free
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:Paid
- Starting price
- GradientDeck:Free
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:—
- Free plan or trial
- GradientDeck:Free to use
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:Free trial
- Works with
- GradientDeck:React, Figma, shadcn CLI, Claude, Codex, Cursor
- Tail Lens for Tailwind:Tailwind CSS v3, Chrome, Firefox
GradientDeck features
- Gradient generator. Create background, text, and mesh gradients with live preview and copy CSS or Tailwind classes.
- Box-shadow & glass effects. Design custom box shadows and glass-style overlays and export ready code.
- AI components library. Access 109 AI-powered React and Tailwind components that can be added via the shadcn CLI.
- Figma plugin. Apply gradients, palettes, meshes and glass effects directly inside Figma files.
- Design skill for AI agents. Provide a DESIGN.md for Claude, Codex or Cursor so AI agents build pages that match your design.
- Palette tools. Generate color palettes, visualize them, and copy HEX/RGB/HSL values.
Tail Lens for Tailwind features
- Smart Class Alternatives. Shows intelligent class suggestions and lets you switch between alternatives instantly.
- Search & Preview Any Class. Search any Tailwind class (including custom config), preview on hover and apply with one click.
- Custom Config Support. Reads your tailwind.config.js and works with both Tailwind v3 and v4.
- Live Class Preview on Hover. Hover over a class to see layout changes without reloading the page.
- Pin & Compare Elements. Lock pop-ups and inspect multiple elements side-by-side.
- Layout & Spacing Guides. Overlay visual guides for margin, padding, height and position in real time.
- Undo / Redo Support. Use shortcuts to revert or reapply changes quickly.
- One-Click Class Copy. Copy all applied classes from any element with a single click.
GradientDeck vs Tail Lens for Tailwind FAQ
What is the difference between GradientDeck and Tail Lens for Tailwind?+
Tail Lens for Tailwind: Tailwind editor for inspecting and editing existing code, not for generating gradients.
Should I use GradientDeck or Tail Lens for Tailwind?+
Pick GradientDeck if you want Tailwind gradient and UI code generation, a free tool or integrations with React, Figma or shadcn CLI (on GradientDeck's list, not Tail Lens for Tailwind's). Pick Tail Lens for Tailwind if you want live Tailwind class editing in the browser, Tailwind code inspection or integrations with Tailwind CSS v3, Chrome or Firefox (on Tail Lens for Tailwind's list, not GradientDeck's).
Is GradientDeck or Tail Lens for Tailwind free?+
GradientDeck is free. Tail Lens for Tailwind is paid, with a free trial.
Do GradientDeck and Tail Lens for Tailwind integrate with the same tools?+
Their integration lists don't overlap: GradientDeck lists React, Figma, shadcn CLI, Claude and 2 more; Tail Lens for Tailwind lists Tailwind CSS v3, Chrome and Firefox.
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Tail Lens for Tailwind
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