Essential Blocks For Gutenberg: Ultimate Blocks Library For Gutenberg
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $39/year
- Category
- Blocks
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Essential Blocks
Essential Blocks vs NexterWP
NexterWP wins 1 of the 1 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Essential Blocks | NexterWP |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.7/10 | Not rated |
| Starts at | $39/year | $39/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 60 days (better) |
| Billing | Subscription | Subscription |
| Active installs | 100K+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | – | 50% off |
| Category | Blocks | Blocks |
| Vendor | Essential Blocks | POSIMYTH |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
Which should you choose?
Choose Essential Blocks if…
- Sites built with the WordPress block editor
- Agencies building client sites on Gutenberg
Choose NexterWP if…
- Gutenberg users who want blocks and a theme in one package
- Agencies managing client sites
Features
Essential Blocks
- 70+ advanced blocks
- Ready templates
- WooCommerce blocks
- Global block styling
- Modular control
- Dynamic tags and ACF support
- WPML compatibility
NexterWP
- Gutenberg blocks
- Ready-made templates
- Theme builder
- Replaces many plugins
- WooCommerce builder
- AI abilities
- White label
Pros and cons
Essential Blocks
- Free version is listed on WordPress.org
- Blocks can be switched off individually to keep pages light
- Pro plans cover multiple sites, including 100-site plans
- 14-day money-back guarantee on Pro plans
- Pro blocks need a paid plan and the free plugin must stay active
- Updates and premium support stop when a license expires
- Some WordPress.org support threads report difficulty changing colors across blocks
NexterWP
- Free version available on WordPress.org
- 60-day money-back guarantee
- Lifetime plans are available for each tier
- White label option for agency use
- No free trial; only the free features can be tested
- Nexter Blocks work only with the Gutenberg editor, not Elementor
- Grid Builder is listed as coming soon
Pricing plans
Essential Blocks
StarterStarts here
$39/year
1 site
- 70+ advanced blocks
- 6000+ ready templates
- 1 month of updates and support
Innovator
$112/year
5 sites
- Premium and dynamic blocks
- WooCommerce blocks
- 3 months of updates and support
Visionary
$244/year
100 sites
- All Pro blocks
- Dynamic tags and ACF support
- 6 months of updates and support
NexterWP
StarterStarts here
$39/year
1 site
- Gutenberg blocks and templates
- Nexter Abilities (MCP for AI)
- 1 year of updates and support
Professional
$89/year
5 sites
- Gutenberg blocks and templates
- Nexter Abilities (MCP for AI)
- 1 year of updates and support
Studio
$129/year
Unlimited sites
- Gutenberg blocks and templates
- Nexter Abilities (MCP for AI)
- 1 year of updates and support
Essential Blocks vs NexterWP questions
Is Essential Blocks better than NexterWP?
On our comparison NexterWP comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Essential Blocks or NexterWP?
Essential Blocks starts at $39/year and NexterWP starts at $39/year.
Can I get Essential Blocks or NexterWP cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. NexterWP was 50% off last year.
Both products
Nexter provides a comprehensive solution for creating and customizing WordPress websites, featuring blocks, extensions, and a lightweight theme.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $39/year
- Category
- Blocks
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for NexterWP