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 VisualModo
Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Astra | VisualModo |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | 8.6/10 (better) |
| Starts at | $99/year | $59/year (better) |
| Free version | Yes (better) | No |
| Refund window | 14 days (better) | 7 days |
| Billing | Subscription | Subscription |
| Active installs | 1M+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | VisualModo |
| 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 VisualModo if…
- Designers building sites with Elementor
- Agencies that need many themes
- 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
VisualModo
- 45 themes on the All Themes plan
- Theme updates and premium support
- Elementor widgets
- Header, footer and blog layouts
- Money-back guarantee
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
VisualModo
- Single theme plan starts at 59 per year
- All Themes plan includes 45 themes at 119 per year
- Support and updates included in both plans
- No free version
- Plan prices are annual, not lifetime
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
VisualModo
Single WordPress ThemeStarts here
$59/year
Unlimited sites
- 1 theme included
- 1 year of theme updates
- 1 year of premium support
All WordPress Themes
$119/year
Unlimited sites
- 45 themes included
- 1 year of theme updates
- 1 year of premium support
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.
VisualModo
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs VisualModo questions
Is Astra better than VisualModo?
They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.
Which is cheaper, Astra or VisualModo?
Astra starts at $99/year and VisualModo starts at $59/year.
Can I get Astra or VisualModo cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
WordPress Themes, Plugins & Templates That Works
- Free version
- No
- Price
- From $59/year
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for VisualModo
