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 Genesis Pro
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 | Genesis Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $99/year (better) | $360/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | – |
| Billing | Subscription | Subscription |
| Active installs | 1M+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | StudioPress |
| 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 the lower starting price
Choose Genesis Pro if…
- Developers building on StudioPress themes
- Agencies with several client sites
Features
Astra
- Free base theme
- Astra Pro add-on
- AI site generation
- Premium starter templates
- Spectra Pro and Ultimate Addons
- Hosted websites and domain
Genesis Pro
- Prebuilt content sections
- Block editor enhancements
- Advanced block fields
- Block import and export
- Brand control
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
Genesis Pro
- Unlimited sites on one subscription
- Includes all 10 StudioPress premium child themes
- Works on any host
- $360 per year
- Pricing page does not list a money-back guarantee
- Most useful if you build on StudioPress themes
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
Genesis Pro
Genesis ProStarts here
$360/year
Unlimited sites
- Genesis Framework and 10 StudioPress premium child themes
- Genesis Pro block plugin
- Use on any host
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.
Genesis Pro
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs Genesis Pro questions
Is Astra better than Genesis Pro?
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 Genesis Pro?
Astra starts at $99/year and Genesis Pro starts at $360/year.
Can I get Astra or Genesis Pro cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
Genesis Pro is a $360-per-year StudioPress subscription that covers the Genesis Framework, its premium child themes and the Genesis Pro block plugin.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $360/year
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Genesis Pro
