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 MonsterONE
Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Astra | MonsterONE |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $99/year | $49/month |
| Free version | Yes (better) | No |
| Refund window | 14 days | 14 days |
| Billing | Subscription | Subscription |
| Active installs | 1M+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | 50% off (better) |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | TemplateMonster |
| 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 MonsterONE if…
- Freelancers and agencies using many themes and templates
- Designers who need graphics and HTML 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
MonsterONE
- Unlimited downloads
- Unlimited projects
- Product support
- General assistance
- Latest releases
- Cancel anytime
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
MonsterONE
- Single plan covers themes, templates and graphics
- Lifetime plan available as a one-time payment
- 14-day money-back guarantee on the listed plans
- Subscriptions can be cancelled at any time
- No free version
- Quality of some creatives has been criticised in older reviews
- Some older creatives receive limited updates
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
MonsterONE
MonthlyStarts here
$49/month
- Unlimited projects
- 1 month product support
- Cancel anytime
Yearly
$169/year
- Unlimited projects
- 1 year product support
- Lifetime general assistance
Lifetime
$499 lifetime
- Unlimited lifetime access
- Lifetime product license
- Lifetime general assistance
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.
MonsterONE
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs MonsterONE questions
Is Astra better than MonsterONE?
They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.
Which is cheaper, Astra or MonsterONE?
Astra starts at $99/year and MonsterONE starts at $49/month.
Can I get Astra or MonsterONE cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year. MonsterONE was 50% off last year.
Both products
MonsterONE is an unlimited subscription by TemplateMonster that gives you freedom to download free and premium digital products for your creative projects.
- Free version
- No
- Price
- From $49/month
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for MonsterONE
