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Syncfusion React Rich Text Editor

Seamlessly embed a powerful WYSIWYG editor into your React apps. Supports HTML/Markdown, image/video embedding, tables, and custom toolbars—ideal for blogs, messaging, forums, and content-rich interfaces.

Superior Table & HTML Rendering Speed
Optimized Memory Usage
24/5 Premium Support

Superior Table & HTML Rendering Speed
Optimized Memory Usage
24/5 Premiun Support

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The React Rich Text Editor brings WYSIWYG editing to web apps, featuring customizable toolbars, support for images and videos, hyperlink management, and undo/redo functionality. It includes inline toolbars, quick image styling, and dynamic formatting. Ideal for blogs, CMS platforms, and collaborative content creation. Try the live demo.

Syncfusion React Rich Text Editor vs. CK Editor
Better Value, Reliable Support

Broader Component Access

Syncfusion: Single license gives you access to 1,600+ UI components across all major platforms — including Blazor, React, .NET MAUI, Angular, JavaScript, Vue, ASP.NET Core, WinForms, WPF, and more.

CKEditor: Includes only the Editor application and related plugins.

Deployment & Distribution Flexibility

Syncfusion: Unlimited app/server deployments; royalty free distribution.

CKEditor: Essential/Professional: One application + unlimited domains and subdomains

Comprehensive Support Channels

Syncfusion: Ticket, Live Chat, Email and Community Forums.

CKEditor: Support via tickets.
Essential: Professional support via tickets (2 requests per month)
Professional: Professional support via tickets (4 requests per month)

Fast Response Times

Syncfusion: Guaranteed response within a business day.

CKEditor: Essential/Professional: no specific SLA mentioned in public pricing.

Performance Benchmark

Syncfusion outperforms CKEditor in speed and memory efficiency across all key performance metrics.

Test Scenario

Syncfusion React Rich Text Editor

CKEditor

Initial Load Time

0.6s

1.0s

Insert Table

0.5s

0.7s

Render HTML

0.7s

0.9s

Memory Usage

23MB

35MB

Rich Text Formatting

Effortlessly format content with bold, italic, headings (H1–H6), and blockquotes. Enhance readability, structure, and emphasis using a customizable WYSIWYG toolbar designed for seamless editing across devices.

Learn more about Formatting

Slash Commands & Mention Tags

Slash Commands and @Mention Support in Syncfusion’s React Rich Text Editor allow users to quickly insert elements using / commands and tag people or items with @mentions. This enhances user interaction, streamlines content creation, and supports dynamic, customizable suggestions.

Learn more about Mentions

Code Block Integration

Code Block Support in Syncfusion’s React Rich Text Editor lets users insert and format code snippets with syntax highlighting, making it ideal for technical content like documentation and developer blogs. It supports multiple languages and integrates with tools like PrismJS for clean code presentation.

Learn more about Code Block

Built for Users Who Demand More

Designed for power users who need advanced content import/export, formatting control, and layout flexibility—enabling more dynamic, consistent, and responsive editing experiences.

Import Word Support

Let’s users import .docx files directly into the editor for editing.

Export Word/PDF Support

Allows exporting content to Word or PDF while preserving formatting.

Paste Cleanup

Cleanly paste content from external sources with automatic formatting removal for consistent, clutter-free editing.

Format Painter

Quickly copy and apply formatting across your content using the format painter, with sticky mode support for multi-location styling.

Why Syncfusion is the Right Pick for You?

24+ Years Proven

Mature, stable, and trusted by enterprises in mission-critical applications for nearly two decades.

Secure and Private

No external calls or data sharing—everything processes on your server for maximum security and compliance.

Continuous Development

Actively maintained with regular updates and feature enhancements based on real customer feedback.

Backed by Global Trust

Trusted by 1M+ developers, 36K+ companies, and 400+ Fortune 500 enterprises over 24+ years of innovation and excellence.

Microsoft Collaboration

We actively collaborate with Microsoft to advance the .NET developer ecosystem. Our free and open-source .NET MAUI Toolkit is a key contribution, empowering developers to build modern cross-platform apps with ease.

Enterprise-Proven Solutions

Our UI components power high-scale SaaS platforms, trusted to handle millions of user interactions daily. Syncfusion’s reliability is proven in our own enterprise products, including BoldDesk and BoldSign, solutions that are widely adopted and loved by customers across industries.

Developer Support That Never Lets You Down

Syncfusion offers a cross-platform library and design system for enterprise development, with free licensing and expert support.

Documentation

Easy-to-follow guides, detailed API references, and real-world code examples via GitHub, NuGet, and our official docs.

Dedicated support

Unlimited tickets and fast 24-hour guaranteed responses via live chat, forums, and our support portal.

Community Engagement

A thriving developer community, frequently updated samples, and constantly evolving documentation.

What Developers Say About CKEditor — And How
Syncfusion Solves It

CKEditor often brings steep learning curves, slow collaboration, and limited support. Syncfusion simplifies development with easy customization, and responsive customer support.

“For beginners (who have to code) it’s kind of hard to find something when they want to create some custom plugin.”

— G2 User Syncfusion simplifies plugin development with beginner-friendly APIs, clear extension guides, and ready-to-use customization samples, making it easy to build and integrate custom features without deep technical overhead.

“Editor is awful and their customer support even worse.”

— G2 user Syncfusion stands out with a polished, user-friendly editor and responsive, award-winning customer support. Developers get timely help and a smoother experience from setup to deployment.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Choosing the right React Rich Text Editor can significantly impact your content editing experience. Here’s how Syncfusion and CKEditor stack up on key features:

Features