Shadcn vs. Hero UI: Which is Better for ERP Dashboards?

From what I've seen, Shadcn generally comes out on top, but it really depends on what you need. If customization is your thing, Shadcn lets you tweak components a lot. On the flip side, if you prefer more plug-and-play options, Hero UI could be your go-to, although it gives you less flexibility with styles.

In my experience, Shadcn has broader coverage compared to Hero UI. You can usually find a Shadcn version of the component you’re looking for easily. While Hero UI has a solid set of ready-made components and an opinionated design system, it lacks the customization that Shadcn provides. If you’d rather have the freedom to tweak every little detail, go for Shadcn, but if you're looking for speedy setups with polished components, Hero UI is a good option.

I've messed with both and Shadcn is definitely more flexible, like Tailwind combined with Radix primitives. It’s perfect if you want to maintain control over your code for something like an ERP dashboard. Just keep in mind, it requires some setup and discipline to maintain style consistency. Hero UI, while easier to start with, can become limiting as you develop more complex needs. So if you want speed during the MVP phase, go with Hero, but for ongoing projects, Shadcn is the way to go.