React-three-fiber is a React renderer for three.js.
Declarative Scene Building
Build scenes using re-usable, self-contained components that react to state.
Performance Optimization
Outperforms plain Three.js in scale due to React's scheduling abilities.
Compatibility with Three.js
Instantly access new features from Three.js without waiting for library updates.
Rich Ecosystem
Access to a wide range of libraries and tools for enhanced functionality.
React Three Fiber (r3f) allows developers to utilize Three.js in a React environment, enabling them to create interactive 3D graphics in a declarative way. It transforms Three.js elements into JSX components, which can be managed with React's state and lifecycle methods. This integration allows seamless combination with other React components, ensuring a smoother workflow for developers familiar with React.
React Three Fiber pairs with major versions of React: @react-three/fiber@8 works with react@18, and @react-three/fiber@9 works with react@19. Installation requires the three.js library and appropriate TypeScript types.
Creating interactive 3D visualizations for web applications.
Developing immersive experiences in virtual or augmented reality.
Building reusable 3D components for complex applications.
No, everything that works in Three.js works in React Three Fiber.
No, there is no overhead; it outperforms plain Three.js.
Yes, it directly expresses Three.js in JSX, providing instant access to new features.
