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React Developer Tools vs Vue.js Devtools

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React Developer Tools

Browser Extensions

Debug React applications in your browser

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Free
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Full reviewWebsite
Vue.js Devtools logo

Vue.js Devtools

Browser Extensions

Browser DevTools extension for debugging Vue.js

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The short version

  • Each has a real cost: React Developer Tools react Developer Tools is only available as a Chrome browser extension. No support for other browsers mentioned.; Vue.js Devtools primarily a developer debugging tool, not intended for production use
  • They diverge on capability: React Developer Tools covers Component inspection, Vue.js Devtools covers Component tree.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which React Developer Tools and Vue.js Devtools actually diverge.

Attributes where React Developer Tools and Vue.js Devtools differ
AttributeReact Developer ToolsVue.js Devtools
Pricing modelfreeUnknown
PlatformsChrome, Firefox, EdgeBrowser extensions, Vite plugin, Standalone app
Founded20042014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Browser Extensions).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in React Developer Tools

  • Component inspection
  • Props/State viewing
  • Performance profiler
  • Hooks debugging

Only in Vue.js Devtools

  • Component tree
  • Vuex state
  • Vue Router
  • Performance timeline

Both cover

  • Chrome support
  • Firefox support
  • Edge support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

React Developer Tools

  • Debugging React components during developmentnot Vue.js Devtools
  • Inspecting component state and propsnot Vue.js Devtools
  • Performance profiling of React applicationsnot Vue.js Devtools

Vue.js Devtools

  • Vue.js component hierarchy inspectionnot React Developer Tools
  • Application state debuggingnot React Developer Tools
  • Component relationship visualizationnot React Developer Tools

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

React Developer Tools

  • React Developer Tools is only available as a Chrome browser extension. No support for other browsers mentioned.

Vue.js Devtools

  • Primarily a developer debugging tool, not intended for production use
  • Limited to browser extension format for most users; requires Vite plugin or standalone app for alternative use

Pricing, plan by plan

React Developer Tools

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Component tree
    • Props inspection
    • State tracking

Vue.js Devtools

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Vue.js Devtools review.

Which should you pick?

Choose React Developer Tools if

  • You need component inspection.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
  • You also want props/state viewing.
React Developer Tools review

Choose Vue.js Devtools if

  • You need component tree.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Browser extensions, Vite plugin, Standalone app.
  • You also want vuex state.
Vue.js Devtools review

Questions people ask

Is React Developer Tools or Vue.js Devtools better?
Neither clearly leads. React Developer Tools starts at Free and Vue.js Devtools at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, React Developer Tools or Vue.js Devtools?
React Developer Tools starts at Free and Vue.js Devtools at Free.
Does React Developer Tools or Vue.js Devtools run on more platforms?
React Developer Tools runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge. Vue.js Devtools runs on Browser extensions, Vite plugin, Standalone app.
Can I use React Developer Tools for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is React Developer Tools best used for?
React Developer Tools is most often used for debugging react components during development, inspecting component state and props, performance profiling of react applications. Of those, debugging react components during development and inspecting component state and props are not what Vue.js Devtools is typically brought in for.
What can React Developer Tools do that Vue.js Devtools cannot?
React Developer Tools covers Component inspection, Props/State viewing, Performance profiler, Hooks debugging. Vue.js Devtools covers Component tree, Vuex state, Vue Router, Performance timeline. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

React Developer Tools: How much does React Developer Tools cost?

React Developer Tools is completely free. It is a free browser extension with no subscription fees or costs.

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Vue.js Devtools: How is Vue.js licensed?

Vue.js is licensed under the MIT License, which permits commercial use, modification, distribution, and private use without restrictions.

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React Developer Tools: Is React Developer Tools available for download?

Yes. React Developer Tools is available as a free extension on the Chrome Web Store for download at no cost.

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Vue.js Devtools: Can I use Vue.js commercially?

Yes. Vue.js is MIT-licensed open source software with no commercial use restrictions. You can use it freely in commercial products.

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Vue.js Devtools: What support options are available for Vue.js?

Vue.js offers free community support through Discord, GitHub Discussions, and DEV Community. Paid learning resources include Vue Mastery and Vue School, plus official Vue.js Certification is available.

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Vue.js Devtools: How does Vue.js sustain development?

Vue.js is sustained through optional sponsorships at Platinum and Gold tiers, and ancillary commercial services including training, certification, and a jobs board.

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