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 Mystery Themes
Astra wins 3 of the 4 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Astra | Mystery Themes |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 (better) | 7.4/10 |
| Starts at | $99/year | $59.99/year (better) |
| Free version | Yes (better) | No |
| Refund window | 14 days (better) | 7 days |
| Billing | Subscription | One-time payment |
| Active installs | 1M+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | 40% off |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | Mysterythemes |
| 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 Mystery Themes if…
- Individuals building one or a few WordPress sites
- Agencies that need many themes across client sites
- You want the lower starting price
Features
Astra
- Free base theme
- Astra Pro add-on
- AI site generation
- Premium starter templates
- Spectra Pro and Ultimate Addons
- Hosted websites and domain
Mystery Themes
- All premium themes
- Theme updates
- Starter demos
- Elementor and Gutenberg ready
- WooCommerce compatible
- Header and footer layouts
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
Mystery Themes
- Single Theme plan starts at 59.99 per year
- Multiple license tiers from 1 site up to unlimited sites
- Listed as compatible with Elementor, Gutenberg and WooCommerce
- Includes 600+ Google Fonts and GDPR-compliant themes
- No free version
- Single Theme plan covers only one selected theme
- Money-back guarantee is 7 days
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
Mystery Themes
Single ThemeStarts here
$59.99/year
Unlimited sites
- Access to 1 selected theme
- Theme updates for 1 year
- Premium support for 1 year
All Theme Plan
$99.99/year
Unlimited sites
- Access to all premium themes
- Premium starter demos
- Priority support access
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.
Mystery Themes
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs Mystery Themes questions
Is Astra better than Mystery Themes?
On our comparison Astra comes out ahead on 3 of 4 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Astra or Mystery Themes?
Astra starts at $99/year and Mystery Themes starts at $59.99/year.
Can I get Astra or Mystery Themes cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year. Mystery Themes was 40% off last year.
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- Free version
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- Price
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- Category
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