Bricks Builder vs OceanWP

OceanWP wins 4 of the 5 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.

At a glance

FeatureBricks BuilderOceanWP
Our score7.9/108.2/10 (better)
Starts at$79/year$34/year (better)
Free versionNoYes (better)
Refund window60 days (better)14 days
BillingSubscriptionSubscription
Active installs–400K+
Last Black Friday25% off50% off (better)
CategoryThemesThemes
VendorBricksOceanWP
Black Friday 2026Not announcedNot announced

Which should you choose?

Choose Bricks Builder if…

  • Developers building custom WordPress sites
  • Agencies managing several client sites

Choose OceanWP if…

  • Users who want extensions and demo templates on one licence
  • Agencies managing many client sites
  • You want to start free
  • You want the lower starting price

Features

Bricks Builder

  • 149 built-in elements
  • Query Loop Builder
  • WooCommerce Builder
  • Popup Builder
  • Menu Builder
  • Conditions and Interactions

OceanWP

  • 14 premium extensions
  • 201 Pro full-site templates
  • Free localhost and staging licences
  • Unlimited domain changes
  • Elementor sections library
  • Royalty-free images and icons

Pros and cons

Bricks Builder

  • Includes a full set of features in every plan
  • Free to try online at try.bricksbuilder.io before buying
  • 60-day money-back guarantee
  • Lifetime option at $599 covers unlimited sites
  • No free version for live sites
  • Starter, Business and Agency are yearly subscriptions
  • Classic PHP theme rather than a block theme

OceanWP

  • Free theme version on WordPress.org
  • Lifetime licence available for 1 site at $136
  • Free localhost and staging licences
  • Premium support is only on the Business and Agency plans
  • Ocean eCommerce and Site Booster plans are sold separately

Pricing plans

Bricks Builder

  • StarterStarts here

    $79/year

    1 website sites

    • Updates and support for the subscription term
    • All features included
  • Business

    $149/year

    3 websites sites

    • Updates and support for the subscription term
    • All features included
  • Agency

    $249/year

    Unlimited sites

    • Updates and support for the subscription term
    • Eligible for Bricks Expert Listing

OceanWP

  • StarterStarts here

    $34/year

    1 site sites

    • 14 premium extensions
    • 201 Pro full-site templates
    • 12 months updates and basic support
  • Personal

    $38/year

    3 sites sites

    • 3 sites with premium features
    • 14 premium extensions
    • 12 months updates and basic support
  • Business

    $58/year

    10 sites sites

    • 10 sites with premium features
    • Pixel tracker
    • 12 months premium support

What Reddit says

Bricks Builder

Reddit users discuss Bricks Builder mostly in a positive way, covering the 2.4 release, tutorials, and users who are switching over from Elementor. Users comparing it with Elementor point to its cleaner code, and most visible posts are release notes, add-ons, and community templates rather than complaints.

OceanWP

Reddit users mostly discuss OceanWP when they need help, including a mobile menu that drops below the logo and text that blends into photo backgrounds. Those who mention it say they like how it looks, and others ask how it compares with Astra, Divi, or GeneratePress for SEO.

Bricks Builder vs OceanWP questions

Is Bricks Builder better than OceanWP?

On our comparison OceanWP comes out ahead on 4 of 5 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.

Which is cheaper, Bricks Builder or OceanWP?

Bricks Builder starts at $79/year and OceanWP starts at $34/year.

Can I get Bricks Builder or OceanWP cheaper on Black Friday?

Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Bricks Builder was 25% off last year. OceanWP was 50% off last year.

Both products

OceanWP

8.2/10

OceanWP is a free, lightweight WordPress theme with a paid Pro Bundle of extensions and demo templates.

Free version
Yes
Price
From $34/year
Category
Themes

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