Astra is a highly customizable WordPress theme trusted by over 2 million websites, offering advanced options and a WooCommerce performance booster.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $99/year
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Astra
Astra vs BeTheme
Astra wins 1 of the 1 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Astra | BeTheme |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $99/year | $69 lifetime |
| Free version | Yes (better) | No |
| Refund window | 14 days | – |
| Billing | Subscription | One-time payment |
| Active installs | 1M+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | Muffin Group |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
Which should you choose?
Choose Astra if…
- Agencies building client sites
- Users who want a lightweight theme with add-ons
- You want to start free
Choose BeTheme if…
- Agencies building many client sites
- Freelancers who want ready-made templates
Features
Astra
- Free base theme
- Astra Pro add-on
- AI site generation
- Premium starter templates
- Spectra Pro and Ultimate Addons
- Hosted websites and domain
BeTheme
- Muffin Builder
- 700+ website templates
- Elementor compatibility
- WooCommerce support
- Pricing tables and boxes
- WordPress 7.1 compatibility
Pros and cons
Astra
- Free base theme on WordPress.org
- Reddit users describe it as lightweight and fast
- Works with the block editor and common page builders
- 14-day money-back guarantee on all plans
- Starter templates and premium modules need a paid plan
- Some Reddit users find the free version limited
- Some Reddit users say Astra Pro is not worth the price
BeTheme
- 337,626 sales on ThemeForest
- ThemeForest rating of 4.82 out of 5 from 7,061 ratings
- 700+ website templates to start from
- Works with Elementor and WooCommerce
- Support is included for 6 months only
- Resale use needs the $3,999 Extended license
- No free WordPress.org version; sold mainly through ThemeForest
Pricing plans
Astra
Astra Pro + AIStarts here
$99/year
3 sites
- Astra Pro addon
- AI site generation
- 1 hosted website with a free domain for the first year
Astra Pro + AI (lifetime)
$279 once
3 sites
- No recurring cost for the WordPress toolkit
- AI platform and hosting run for 3 years
Essential Toolkit + AI
$199/year
10 sites
- Spectra Pro and Ultimate Addons for Elementor
- 300+ premium templates
- 2 hosted websites
BeTheme
RegularStarts here
$69 lifetime
1 website sites
- Lifetime license
- 6 months of support from Muffin Group
- Updates included
Extended
$3,999 lifetime
extended use sites
- Lifetime license for a product sold to end users
- 6 months of support from Muffin Group
What Reddit says
Astra
Reddit users discuss Astra mainly as a free WordPress theme with an optional Astra Pro add-on, and some ask whether it is too heavy for beginners. Recurring problems include WordPress.com plans blocking theme installs, Pro license activation failing, and difficulty customising headers and menus.
BeTheme
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs BeTheme questions
Is Astra better than BeTheme?
On our comparison Astra comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Astra or BeTheme?
Astra starts at $99/year and BeTheme starts at $69 lifetime.
Can I get Astra or BeTheme cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
BeTheme is a multipurpose WordPress and WooCommerce theme with the Muffin Builder page builder and 700+ website templates.
- Free version
- No
- Price
- From $69 lifetime
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for BeTheme
