I'm looking to invest in a UI control toolkit for a Compact Framework 3.5 project for Windows Mobile 5 and later. All I can find is the Resco MobileForms Toolkit (http://www.resco.net/developer/mobileformstoolkit/overview.aspx). I have two questions...
Are there any other good WinForm control collections out there?
Any experience with the Resco controls? How have they been?
What about the Smart Device Framework? The GUI components don't look as fancy as those in the Resco toolkit, but SDF seems to have a broader basic selection (SDF doc). I've never used either (have only used MFC on WinCE), but would also like to hear about CF development experiences.
As far as I am concerned, I really suggest the Toolkit from Resco. The number and diversity of components in the suite is more than sufficient. The controls work good and there has been quite a progress in functionality and graphics since the last 2 releases I could try out. Moreover, I am thankful to Resco guys for their prompt support. All in all, I would definitely suggest Resco MobileForms Toolkit.
You can also try bee Mobile controls. They provide some controls with attractive appearance and good functionality. More info on their web: http://www.beemobile4.net
+1 on the Resco Toolkit. I've used it for quite some time now and I must say that if you need slick UI, they're the way to go. Apart from what Ivan's already said, the WYSIWYG template designers for thing like AdvancedList or DetailView let you do rather impressive things pretty easily.