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 Themify
Themify 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 | Themify |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 |
| Starts at | $99/year | $89/year (better) |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 30 days (better) |
| Billing | Subscription | One-time payment |
| Active installs | 1M+ (better) | 6K+ |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | Themify |
| 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 Themify if…
- Designers and freelancers building sites for clients
- Users who want many themes and addons for one price
- 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
Themify
- 42 themes
- Builder Pro page builder
- 25 builder addons
- 11 plugins
- Predesigned layouts
- Free Themify Builder plugin
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
Themify
- Unlimited sites on every paid plan
- Free Themify Builder plugin on WordPress.org
- Lifetime option at $249
- 30-day money-back guarantee
- Updates and support run for one year on the annual plan
- Plans cover the full product collection, not a single theme
- Themes and addons require a paid plan
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
Themify
Master ClubStarts here
$89/year
Unlimited sites
- Access and support for all Themify products
- 42 themes and 11 plugins
- Updates and releases
Lifetime Club
$249 lifetime
Unlimited sites
- Lifetime access and support for all Themify products
- 42 themes and 11 plugins
- Updates and releases
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.
Themify
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs Themify questions
Is Astra better than Themify?
On our comparison Themify comes out ahead on 2 of 3 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Astra or Themify?
Astra starts at $99/year and Themify starts at $89/year.
Can I get Astra or Themify cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
Ultra Fast WordPress Themes • Themify
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $89/year
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Themify
