Template Type and Positioning
License & Cost
- Free and open-source under MIT license[7]
- Positioned as a minimal, clean-looking SaaS boilerplate[7]
Target Audience
- Developers looking for a simple foundation to build upon
- Best suited for those comfortable with customization and feature development[7]
Tech Stack
- Next.js 14
- Prisma ORM
- Neon Database
- Auth.js v5
- Resend & React Email
- Shadcn/ui
- Stripe for payments[10][48]
Key Features
Authentication & Authorization
- Built-in user authentication system
- User roles and admin panel functionality[10]
Database & API
- Prisma ORM integration for database management
- Server Actions for API implementation[20]
Payment Processing
- Stripe integration for subscription management
- Multiple pricing tiers support[12]
- Customizable subscription plans[12]
UI Components
- Clean, modern interface using Shadcn/ui
- Responsive design across devices[7]
- Blog functionality with Contentlayer integration[7]
Development Experience
Setup Process
npx create-next-app my-saas-project --example "https://github.com/mickasmt/next-saas-stripe-starter"[10]Documentation
- Basic documentation available
- Step-by-step installation instructions provided[10]
- Some developers note documentation could be more comprehensive[24]
Customization
- Minimal template allowing for extensive customization
- Modern and trendy tools integration[7]
Business Features
Subscription Management
- Three-tier pricing model (Starter, Pro, Business)
- Customizable pricing plans[12]
- Usage limits for different plans[12]
User Features
- User dashboard
- Profile management
- Role-based access control[10]
Email Integration
- React Email integration
- Transactional email support[10]
Maintenance and Support
Updates
- Active development with regular updates
- Last major update included Next.js 14 integration[10]
Community
- Growing community with 2.2k+ stars on GitHub[1]
- Active issue tracking and pull request management[1]
Unique Advantages
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Modern Stack: Uses latest versions of popular technologies like Next.js 14 and Auth.js v5[48]
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Clean Architecture: Provides a minimal but well-structured foundation[7]
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Developer Freedom: Offers flexibility for customization while maintaining core SaaS functionality[7]
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Performance Focus: Built with modern web performance practices[14]
This template is particularly suitable for developers who:
- Prefer a minimal starting point
- Want modern tech stack integration
- Are comfortable with extensive customization
- Need basic SaaS functionality with room to grow
The template strikes a balance between providing essential SaaS features while maintaining simplicity and avoiding bloat, making it an excellent choice for developers who want to build a custom SaaS solution without being constrained by overly opinionated architecture[7][24].
References
Citations: [1] https://github.com/mickasmt/next-saas-stripe-starter/activity [2] https://github.com/leerob/next-saas-starter/actions [3] https://github.com/async-labs [4] https://staarter.dev [5] https://nextjsstarter.com/blog/optimize-workflow-with-nextjs-saas-starter-tools/ [6] https://boilerplatelist.com/async-labs-saas/ [7] https://dev.to/vincanger/best-free-open-source-saas-starters-for-react-nextjs-2024-4nbn [8] https://vercel.com/templates/next.js/next-js-saas-starter-1 [9] https://boilerplates4saas.com/boilerplate/async-labs-saas/ [10] https://github.com/mickasmt/next-saas-stripe-starter/blob/main/README.md [11] https://www.nextjet.dev [12] https://next-saas-stripe-starter.vercel.app/pricing [13] https://www.zenplates.co/documentation/utilities/position [14] https://www.flowmance.com/news/essential-features-of-a-high-performing-saas-website-template [15] https://vercel.com/templates/next.js/next-js-saas-starter [16] https://github.com/leerob/next-saas-starter/actions [17] https://stackoverflow.com/questions/60028641/how-to-setup-a-custom-domain-to-a-saas [18] http://docs.joomlabamboo.com/zen-grid-framework-v1/adding-a-module-position-to-a-zen-grid-framework-template.html [19] https://www.trydome.io/blog/what-the-heck-is-a-saas-template-and-do-i-need-one [20] https://www.reddit.com/r/nextjs/comments/1ff5hh0/nextjs_saas_starter_postgres_stripe_tailwind/ [21] https://github.com/async-labs [22] https://zenpacks.zenoss.io/zdk/reference/monitoring-templates/ [23] https://www.usesaaskit.com/blog/tips-to-choose-saas-website-template [24] https://www.reddit.com/r/nextjs/comments/1c6b11f/open_source_nextjs_saas_starter/ [25] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSHwm29QJzI [26] https://stackoverflow.com/questions/22792105/saas-starter-kit-for-asp-net-to-cover-subscription-billing-etc/49523973 [27] https://dev.to/saasboilerplate/saas-boilerplate-and-starter-kit-4c1p [28] https://github.com/zenstackhq/zenstack [29] https://saasstarters.com/starter/nextjs-saas-starter/ [30] https://www.saas-starter-kits.com/nextjs [31] https://saasstarters.com/starter/async-labs-saas/ [32] https://www.npmjs.com/package/zenstack/v/1.3.1 [33] https://github.com/async-labs/async [34] https://blog.yarsalabs.com/securing-auth-with-zenstack/ [35] https://nextjs-boilerplate.com/pro-saas-starter-kit [36] https://async-await.com [37] https://github.com/mickasmt/next-saas-stripe-starter/blob/main/README.md [38] https://www.reddit.com/r/SaaS/comments/1dd90fm/i_created_a_nextjs_saas_starter_kit_to_help_you/ [39] https://boilerplates4saas.com/boilerplate/async-labs-saas/ [40] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l887eoTUrm4 [41] https://fuzen.io/saas-templates-for-software-development/ [42] https://dev.to/vincanger/best-free-open-source-saas-starters-for-react-nextjs-2024-4nbn [43] https://next-saas-stripe-starter.vercel.app [44] https://www.nextjet.dev [45] https://browsee.io/blog/open-source-saas-boilerplates-for-your-next-side-project/ [46] https://zenstack.dev/blog/seven-months-oss [47] https://www.reddit.com/r/SideProject/comments/1b834gi/saas_template_for_experienced_developers/ [48] https://dev.to/bytefer/top-8-most-popular-open-source-nextjs-saas-templates-1pma [49] https://vercel.com/templates/next.js/auth0-nextjs-saas-starter [50] https://www.asynclabs.co/blog/sync-with-async/mastering-saas-development-5-key-factors-for-building-a-successful-saas-product-or-service/ [51] https://boilerplatelist.com/collections/top-next-js-saas-boilerplates/ [52] https://zennaxx.com/services/software-maintenance-and-support/ [53] https://webflow.com/list/business-saas [54] https://upmetrics.co/template/saas-business-plan-example