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 Ollie
Ollie wins 2 of the 3 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Astra | Ollie |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | 8.5/10 (better) |
| Starts at | $99/year | $89/year (better) |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 14 days |
| Billing | Subscription | Free + paid plans |
| Active installs | 1M+ (better) | 7K+ |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | OllieWP |
| 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
Choose Ollie if…
- Designers using the site editor
- Freelancers with up to 10 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
Ollie
- Cloud pattern library
- Menu Designer
- Setup Wizard
- Free block theme
- Favorites
- Figma assets
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
Ollie
- Free block theme on WordPress.org
- 14-day money-back guarantee on paid plans
- Large pattern library in Ollie Pro
- Ollie Pro is a yearly plan
- Pro features need a paid plan
- Pro pricing rises with the number of sites
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
Ollie
CreatorStarts here
$89/year
1 website sites
- Most popular option
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Freelancer
$149/year
10 websites sites
- 14-day money-back guarantee
Agency
$299/year
100 websites sites
- 14-day money-back guarantee
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.
Ollie
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs Ollie questions
Is Astra better than Ollie?
On our comparison Ollie comes out ahead on 2 of 3 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Astra or Ollie?
Astra starts at $99/year and Ollie starts at $89/year.
Can I get Astra or Ollie cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
Ollie is a free WordPress block theme.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $89/year
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Ollie
