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 Wavy for WordPress
Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Astra | Wavy for WordPress |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $99/year | $41/year (better) |
| Free version | Yes (better) | No |
| Refund window | 14 days | – |
| Billing | Subscription | Subscription |
| Active installs | 1M+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 40% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Brainstorm Force | Estudio Patagon |
| 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 Wavy for WordPress if…
- Bloggers who want a clean reading layout
- Solo writers and niche publishers
- 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
Wavy for WordPress
- Blog-focused layout
- Live preview and sandbox
- Lightweight build
- Documentation
- Premium support
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
Wavy for WordPress
- Personal license starts at 41 USD per year for one website
- Lifetime access to the theme with 12 months of updates
- 10-day free trial of the sandbox listed on the product page
- Pro license covers unlimited websites
- Updates and support run for one year per license
- Free WordPress.org version not listed
- Customer reviews are linked from the product page but no rating count is shown
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
Wavy for WordPress
PersonalStarts here
$41/year
1 site
- 1 year of updates
- 1 year of technical support
- Lifetime access to the theme
Creator
$62/year
3 sites
- 1 year of updates
- 1 year of technical support
- Lifetime access to the theme
Pro
$90/year
Unlimited sites
- 1 year of updates
- 1 year of technical support
- Lifetime access to the theme
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.
Wavy for WordPress
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs Wavy for WordPress questions
Is Astra better than Wavy for WordPress?
They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.
Which is cheaper, Astra or Wavy for WordPress?
Astra starts at $99/year and Wavy for WordPress starts at $41/year.
Can I get Astra or Wavy for WordPress cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
Wavy is a modern and lightweight blog theme for WordPress, designed to provide excellent performance and customizable options for a variety of blog types.
- Free version
- No
- Price
- From $41/year
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Wavy for WordPress
