BuddyX Pro Theme wins 2 of the 3 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
| Feature | BuddyX Pro Theme | Kadence Theme |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.9/10 (better) | 8.1/10 |
| Starts at | $79/year (better) | $350/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 30 days | – |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Active installs | 3K+ | 500K+ (better) |
| Last Black Friday | 30% off | – |
| Category | Themes | Themes |
| Vendor | Wbcom Designs | Liquid Web |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
Kadence ThemeKadence ThemePro PersonalStarts here
$79/year
1 site
Pro Professional
$119/year
5 sites
Pro Agency
$199/year
Unlimited sites
Kadence Theme1 siteStarts here
$350/year
1 site sites
10 sites
$599/year
10 sites sites
25 sites
$799/year
25 sites sites
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Kadence ThemeReddit users are split on the Kadence theme since Liquid Web acquired it, with several posts warning about a permanent Liquid Web panel in v1.5.0 and the removal of the old starter-theme catalogue. Others still choose it for new sites, including one Squarespace switcher and a user who found it cheaper than Thrive Themes.
On our comparison BuddyX Pro Theme comes out ahead on 2 of 3 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
BuddyX Pro Theme starts at $79/year and Kadence Theme starts at $350/year.
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. BuddyX Pro Theme was 30% off last year.
Wbcom Designs is a WordPress development agency that builds and maintains community platforms, course websites, and online stores with a focus on integration and ongoing support.
Kadence is a free WordPress theme with paid bundles for pro theme features, blocks and memberships.