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 TemplateMonster
TemplateMonster 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 | TemplateMonster |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $99/year | $14.08/mo |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 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
Choose TemplateMonster if…
- Buyers who need one specific template or theme
- Users who want free hosting themes
Features
Astra
- Free base theme
- Astra Pro add-on
- AI site generation
- Premium starter templates
- Spectra Pro and Ultimate Addons
- Hosted websites and domain
TemplateMonster
- Individual WordPress themes
- Free hosting themes
- Landing page templates
- Multi-platform templates
- Reviews and ratings
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
TemplateMonster
- Individual products are sold at listed prices, with no subscription required
- Free WordPress themes for hosting providers are available
- Large catalogue across WordPress, HTML and Shopify templates
- Product reviews are shown on each listing
- No single pricing plan, so costs depend on each product
- reviews.io shows an average of 3.56 from 59 reviews
- Older Reddit threads describe complaints about product reliability
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
TemplateMonster
Plans not listed. See TemplateMonster pricing
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.
TemplateMonster
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs TemplateMonster questions
Is Astra better than TemplateMonster?
On our comparison TemplateMonster comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Astra or TemplateMonster?
Astra starts at $99/year and TemplateMonster starts at $14.08/mo.
Can I get Astra or TemplateMonster cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year. TemplateMonster was 50% off last year.
Both products
TemplateMonster is a digital marketplace offering high-quality website templates, WordPress themes, graphics, and more for every kind of project.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- $14.08/mo
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for TemplateMonster
