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 Zento for WordPress
Astra 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 | Zento for WordPress |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.3/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $99/year | $41 once |
| 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 Zento for WordPress if…
- Bloggers and tech writers who want a light theme
- Sites that need fast loading and simple layouts
Features
Astra
- Free base theme
- Astra Pro add-on
- AI site generation
- Premium starter templates
- Spectra Pro and Ultimate Addons
- Hosted websites and domain
Zento for WordPress
- Lightweight and fast
- Sticky header and sidebar
- Six single post layouts
- Custom templates
- Open Graph and AMP support
- Responsive and retina ready
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
Zento for WordPress
- Lightweight, about 1 MB, with lazy loading built in
- Listed as ready for WordPress 7.0 and PHP 8.x
- Six single post layouts and a sticky header
- English and Spanish translations included
- No free version
- The product page shows a $59 price next to license options from $41
- AMP support is in transitional mode only
- No Trustpilot or G2 ratings found
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
Zento for WordPress
Personal LicenseStarts here
$41 once
- Single-theme license
- Documentation included
- Translation ready
Creator License
$62 once
- Same theme features as Personal
- Higher license tier
Pro License
$90 once
- Same theme features as Personal
- Highest license tier
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.
Zento for WordPress
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Astra vs Zento for WordPress questions
Is Astra better than Zento for WordPress?
On our comparison Astra comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Astra or Zento for WordPress?
Astra starts at $99/year and Zento for WordPress starts at $41 once.
Can I get Astra or Zento for WordPress cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Astra was 40% off last year.
Both products
Zento is a modern blogging theme designed by EstudioPatagon, emphasizing speed, flexibility, and a variety of user-friendly features suitable for personal and niche blogs.
- Free version
- No
- Price
- From $41 once
- Category
- Themes
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Zento for WordPress
