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Heroicons vs Nucleo
Both stand on icon libraries. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Heroicons offers a searchable icon collection with several ways to use it in interface work. Its current contribution scope is limited to bug fixes.
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Nucleo combines a large icon catalog with desktop organization, exports, and AI-assisted integration. Check platform support, project icon limits, and the one-time collection prices before choosing a package.
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| Heroicons | Nucleo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Micro Bold Icons: $69, paid once |
| Plans published | 1 | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | heroicons.com | nucleoapp.com |
| On icon libraries | #22 of 46 | #26 of 46 |
Heroicons: what it does well
- 316 icons with a site search field
- React and Vue component libraries
- SVGs can be copied into HTML
- Figma file is linked
- Commercial use is permitted
What to know first
- No new icons or framework support accepted
- MIT license provides no warranty
Nucleo: what it does well
- Web app provides access to 44,282 icons
- Exports SVG, icon fonts, JSX, and Vue
- Supports Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex
- Commercial use is allowed
- Includes customizable icon styles
What to know first
- No native Linux application
- Standard license limits icons per project
- CLI setup requires Node.js 20 or later
- Collections require one-time paid purchases
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