The BEST FREE WordPress Themes in 2024! 🎉

[@Moluminary]

Thank you.when you said good and free themes, you kept your word. Very easy to understand and helpful video. Subscribed!

[@buntuscainte4987]

Thanks Paul. A couple of videos that people may find interesting and could be of similar structure to this video are: 1) My 3 or 4 favourite themes for dynamic data. Where you give an overview of the dynamic data capabilities of the chosen themes. 2) My 3 or 4 top themes for building a woocommerce site. Again where you give an overview of the woocommerce features/ integration of the chosen themes.

[@CouillesMollesXtra]

I mean they are okay but paid theme are miles better and come with complex features so in the end you save so much time. sometimes they are for sale on pulpocean for like 4 bucks

[@glitteringhealthbeauty]

I used Astra and Blocksy … Blocksy is my favorite anyday … very easy and fast for free

[@fajarnurarifin7807]

blocky and Astra, which one is faster?

[@WPTuts]

@@fajarnurarifin7807 it depends more on what YOU add to them when building your sites. Both will easily get you into the 90's on GPSI if you optimise your content, images and keep plugins to a minimum. :)

[@sogno_di_carta6430]

Is not really free if I have upgrade to business plan to access the theme.

[@WPTuts]

@@sogno_di_carta6430 I think you’re confusing Wordpress.com limitations with the theme. Totally different things.

[@febryanvaldo]

​​@@fajarnurarifin7807If you want fastest, then GeneratePress all the way, second is Neve. For Block Editor GenerateBlocks.

[@MohammadTaheri-kh3ld]

generatepress (free version) is so light and fast, with elementor pro theme builder feature give lots of benefits for dynamics data and so on

[@therealoliverhappy]

Excellent review and detail. Thank you! I especially appreciate you talking about how involved we want to be in building. In my case speed is needed so page templates win. Really helpful, thanks!

[@bySterling]

BLOCKSY!! I grabbed the Pro a few years ago and just an absolute win WIN 🏆 🎉❤️💯🥳

[@stanislav4299]

Hi, can you remove their brand blocksy from footer or wherever on website? That "White label extension".

[@mikeha]

with Blocksy, doesn't seem to be a way to swap out the home page background graphic. How do I do it? using either Elementor or the Gutenberg block editor, does not seem to be a way to find where it's defined

[@volkerschuster8079]

Fantastic Video as always......Bloooooooooocksy is my choice and I love it thanks to Paul. In fact 98% of what I know I have learned from Paul and the incredible community he has built.

[@WPTuts]

Good choice!

[@dinopelle]

Great stuff as usual. These are the 4 themes that I use most, with Astra Pro being my first choice and GP being my last. As you said, all are fantastic options in their own way. I find Kadence and Blocksy to be nearly identical. I’ve also used Neve and OceanWP to great success. Neve is pretty awesome! Thank you as always.

[@unremembered]

What your thoughts on Spectra one?

[@TruthNetwork316]

Switched from astra to Generate press and blocks and have been very happy with it. Still would like to try Kadence

[@Heydigitalprem]

i want to start blogging website,which is better (Kadence WP, Astra, Generatepress) i want to load page quickly

[@KhulDJ]

Wow! As a newbie in Website Design, I found this as a jackpot with fine details to the T on what is best. Thank you for your time and precise video. You have a new fan in me 🙃

[@webtappers7863]

Thanks Paul for always sharing your knowledge, LEGEND!

[@WPTuts]

My pleasure!

[@duncanfirth]

These customisers seem great but what about if I have built WordPress themes from the ground up before and just looking for a theme for ideas, can these customised themes be modified in their code?

[@rameenana]

Thanks mate. This was useful.

[@daniaalkhatib9317]

Thanks, your clarifications are simple and easy to understand and memorize. Your video is helpful

[@haerul5245]

thank you so much. its really helpfull

[@JoshuaMoore-mv4kg]

You just saved me with blocksy!!

[@lenai.r.1085]

I am using Astra, but most of templates are for Elementor. I am planning to swith to Generated Press and Blocksy. Thanks for the video, very nicely explained.

[@WPTuts]

You are welcome!

[@itz.dheeraj62]

Thank you, this is the video i was searching for :)

[@loreauvillephil]

OceanWP has worked really nice for me.

[@lewis99170]

That’s so last year

[@ChenChing-h3x]

Thank you for your content, but may you please add chapters for your video for better experience and convenience?

[@psicol.clin.silverdb]

Thank you Paul! 💪

[@woolfriends]

Wow, the video was awesome! Thank you!

[@WPTuts]

Glad you liked it!

[@emran310]

Great video mate saved my 7 days of frustration 😂

[@loydnornes]

Great video. Thanks a lot.

[@ishantgaming6076]

which is the best lightweight and fastest among all of them

[@JavelinGuitars]

Something I don't understand and maybe you can shed some light on this issue: Why would I settle for a theme/builder combo, which is still pretty restrictive, if I can have full control over every aspect of my website using the oxygen builder? Is it just ease of use? Using predesigned templates? Am I missing something? (Plus: the oxygen builder is a one-time purchase, rather than a subscription based service)

[@michaelahanti9189]

Hey Paul. Can I install Blocksy to replace an old out of date theme on a site with no page builder installed?

[@TechBabe]

What's the best paid? Would you say Botiga (besides Booksy of course lol) I'm starting a fashion blog that will eventually sell products. It is blog focused but I want it to feel like a luxurious store that's also Mobil friendly. Which theme would you recommend?

[@adied7725]

hi Paul i have a question please, what is the newest and best marketplace theme out there today? there are many really old ones being promoted but i think are dated.

[@Hebhansen]

Hey Paul What are your thoughts on WP TT3 and TT4 themes?

[@nafeesagohar500]

Which theme to use for e-commerce site?

[@emmanuelrobalo2380]

Oceanwp

[@kawaiihikari0]

Heck yeah nice!!!! ❤

[@lgee6951]

Hi Paulo thanks for your smart overwiew, great. May i abuse you general knowledge? I wonder if any Theme or Builder has my Layout Idea as Preset. It is for Blog sector: On the right the blogs are shown as usual om the left to the middle parts of header are shown as Background: The divier between the parts is not vertical but in an agle lets say 60. Have you seen such in one popular Theme? Or anyone else around? Thanks.

[@onurazorqs9516]

Blocksy is one of my favorites but i akways have the problem with the "scroll to id menu header" wordpress autoselects those navigations or if you are on another page like the blog you cannot use the navigations. Anyone know how to fix? ❤

[@Endy0620]

Hi, must I upgrade to creator on wordpress in order to use these themes? Can anyone help me on this question?

[@ericgauvin7681]

I'm using Blocksy and I love it! I had a really hard time finding a block plugin that I liked. I felt like there were so many to choose from. I ended up with Generate Blocks, which I really love-especially for it's dynamic data. I didn't know about GeneratePress when I chose Blocksy, but I think Blocksy (pro) is awesome. It was so hard to choose.

[@bluetheredpanda]

My stack as well. So fast, flexible and reliable, it’s a dream come true. Also recently grabbed a licence for Greenshift, which is very interesting, but I don’t have enough experience with it to decide whether I’d actually recommend it (esp. code quality etc.)

[@abgraaphstudio]

I'm unable to change the default Mountain picture behind the main menu

[@WPTuts]

In what?

[@mushtaqkhalil2772]

​@@WPTutsin astra, outdoor adventure one

[@mushtaqkhalil2772]

​@@WPTutscan we change it? I also stuck there, please help!

[@johnstephenasok2297]

do I need to install this blocksy? what is the process

[@seedsofwisdom777]

Great video. Q: does Blocksy have slide in blocks in the free version - such as slide in photos or block info? also can I put elements such as flyers or other content easily in the free version?

[@cassandraverticchio6251]

Hi! under the starter sites i just have this -Failed to retrieve starter sites list. Error code - Failed to fetch demos- anyone knows why? thanks

[@DeeMulinge]

I love Astra and Total

[@thewebstylist]

Blocksy!! 🎉💯✨👏🏻

[@MartinSachaCharles1975]

Hello and thank you for this review, you're expérience is valuable. I'd like know witch themes and tools are the best at handling dynamic data ?

[@WPTuts]

It all depends how deep you need to go with dynamic data. Blocksy Pro offers good support for basic ACF functions without the need for additional plugins. GenerateBlocks free and pro have support for a lot of ACF data, but not more advanced field types. For more advanced functionality you’ll need to look at something like Cwicly if you want to go the Gutenberg route or Bricks if you want more of a builder like experience.

[@MartinSachaCharles1975]

@@WPTuts thank you very much

[@OhhFazed]

great video!

[@WPTuts]

Thanks!

[@alphamike1]

Please 🙏, how can I create excerpt on a free blocksy?

[@izakniemann5734]

Great video - thanks! What are your impressions about the Woodmart theme for eCommerce?

[@WPTuts]

I’m afraid I’ve never used it.

[@russellrana6241]

Always with Astra 💪💪

[@khaliyar]

Hey there, thanks for the video. I am on the premium plan in WordPress and i am new to website designing. But i can't see Astra or Blocksy as free options? I need to upgrade to a Business plan to download these themes? Am i missing anything here? Thanks!

[@WPTuts]

These are all available with the self hosted version of WordPress. It sounds like you’re using the commercial version of WordPress which has more restrictions on what can be used and installed.

[@khaliyar]

@@WPTuts Thanks very much for replying. Sorry for the dumb question. But how do i go to self-hosted version? Can transfer?

[@campusgrowthwithmesiet79]

​@@khaliyarI think you need to move from the WP paid version to the free version so that you can have freedom to install or use the theme you want

[@rubywhite312]

What is the best WordPress theme for building a blog, please?

[@WPTuts]

Personally, I’d opt for Blocksy. A great theme with a lot of great features.

[@kerawelt2008]

Smashing tutorial as usual.

[@WPTuts]

Glad you think so!

[@jack2media]

Why is this needed with eliminator when you can edit this within elementor?

[@josephjana3903]

Any free theme for factory and industrial services like oil, drill mining etc

[@VideoNash]

thanks

[@hillarytucker3156]

Is it better to ise elementor or gutenburg to customize these themes

[@hillarytucker3156]

This whole thing confuses me. I bought Blocksy pro, had a terrible time using it and had awful support so I returned it. I tried 2 pet oriented themes from themeisle and they didn't work. I then got elementor pro. Having a tough time but great support so slowly working through. I ended up with the hello child theme. Should I use a different theme to help with all my bugs and how does elementor interact with them? I originally had a food blog and bought a theme from 17th ave. All I had to do was plug in my own info. It was mobile responsive. It's great but not for this new site I want. I am having a hard tome getting things tablet and mobile responsive and also ising containers. Should I get a theme and if so will all the work I have done be lost?

[@EricColeman-i6f]

i think i'll use blocksy who's with me?

[@tautvydasserepka]

It's been at least a couple of years that I use it widely

[@oliver-kintsune]

Just a quick question, this Blocksy might be free but I still need the business account in order to install these plugins. This is correct isn't it. Cheers, this might be jsut a very random and stupid question but I just am starting.

[@WPTuts]

I’m assuming you’re using WordPress.com instead of self hosting WordPress? If that is the case, then you may need a certain type of account to be able to install additional themes or plugins.

[@oliver-kintsune]

@@WPTuts I think you are correct. Thank you for pointing this out. I take it I have to come to terms I made a mistake here and I should try to move to the self hosted option. Would you suggest in doing so? Thx

[@WPTuts]

@@oliver-kintsune you will have more flexibility with a self hosted version of WordPress for sure. But just make sure you’re happy with the small amount of technical knowledge that comes with hosting services and choose one with dedicated WordPress hosting a good support and you should be fine. 👍💪

[@oliver-kintsune]

@@WPTuts thank you Paul, this helps. I used bluehost before which have been fine. I will Go with them. Let’s see. Thank you for your help. Happy Sunday.

[@oliver-kintsune]

@@WPTuts Hello Paul, I have one more question and this is one about child themes, I am just wondering as this was not mentioned when you compared those themes. Blocksy has a child themes out of the box and suggests using them when trying to install a theme, while Kadence used to have the same set up but now Kadence doesn't offer it anymore. Is it because not many actually need it and it was confusing for many (more amature like me rather then web designers) to use child themes or is it that child themes can be implemented later if we come to the point where we need to make changes to the theme core itself? If not a child theme is not needed? Is that correct? Otherwise if we should use child themes than I would use Blocksy as it seems more straight forward to implemented. thx and sorry for such a long text

[@panagiotisexplorer213]

I use the free version of Generate Press but with Kadence blocks plugin from the Kadence theme 😂

[@atulameta8007]

Is generatepress better than kadence? I am using kadence. Does generatepress has same features like kadence? Let me know please. Thanks

[@VeNoMoP_69]

Which free theme would be best if I want to make a real heavy website?

[@WPTuts]

@@VeNoMoP_69 Blocksy is a great option and is well optimised.

[@FREEPALllstine]

why i can change the background pics the text ?????????????

[@Elioraselam]

Thanks

[@DonnyTheDonkey]

Sydney is super fast too

[@SingaporeMathsAcademyUK]

Kadence, honestly nothing can touch it at the moment.

[@georgivasilev3867]

Blocksy for me. But Kadense is really good choice.

[@galeriapanama4433]

Neve from Themeisle is better from code quality to performance and flexibility

[@webgeneral]

When I stepped away from Elementor about three years ago, I've tested all of these 4 themes... I bought Kadence and didn't regret it a single second. The whole Ecosystem, that comes with the full bundle is amazing!

[@galeriapanama4433]

Neve from themeisle is missing here. Neve is more popular than Kadence and Blocksy.

[@aronuchukwuezugo615]

It's doesn't have much features in the free version like Kadence and Blocksy

[@WPTuts]

It's considerably older than both Kadence and Blocksy and while it has some interesting features, I personally don't think it is as good as Blocksy.

[@LupusDesign]

Zion Builder recommends Blocksy, yet it isn't mentioned. Is there a reason why it's not mentioned? I can't see your link re: video Kadence & Kadence Blocks mentioned around 13.50

[@aronuchukwuezugo615]

Did you watch the video at all?

[@WPTuts]

Here's the link mentioned: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eGXcn3efiZxnbdU I'm not sure what you mean by Blocksy not being mentioned in the video. It's the first one on the list (unless I misunderstood what you were referring to).

[@LupusDesign]

@@WPTuts I meant Zion Builder recommends the Blocksy theme. I wondered why you didn’t mention this as a recommendation for Blocksy. It was badly worded.

[@LupusDesign]

@@aronuchukwuezugo615 My mother used to say that if you haven’t anything nice to say, say nothing!

[@LupusDesign]

@@WPTuts Thanks for the link.

[@jasminmalfaro]

how do you connect BLOCKSY to Word Press?

[@WPTuts]

I'm not sure what you mean. Blocksy is a WordPress theme that you install via the Appearance > Themes menu in the WordPress dashboard.

[@jasminmalfaro]

@@WPTuts it is only for a paid plan? I tried doing that and it says to upgrade to the Creator plan to access the theme install features.

[@WPTuts]

@@jasminmalfaro I assume you’re using Wordpress.com and not self hosted Wordpress? In which case you would need a specific plan to install themes I believe.

[@jasminmalfaro]

@@WPTuts thank you so much! That makes a lot more sense. I’m not that tech savvy when it comes to websites. Thank you.

[@ricoammerlaan9651]

what you guys think about thrive themes?

[@sangamkumarsingh04]

What is the best wordpress free theme for building a news portal website ?

[@tomprice7885]

Can you add a landing page in Blocksy? Or any theme really? Sorry noob question

[@WPTuts]

By landing page I assume you mean a page that doesn't include a header and a footer? If so, yes. You can disable those elements in the right side bar in Gutenberg for the page or pages you need. It's a couple of simple check boxes. :)

[@ron_wayne]

Between Astra Pro and Blocksy Pro which one would you pick?

[@WPTuts]

Blocksy would be my preference.

[@DanOsmundson]

I love the details about each theme, but I'm wondering how this video is titled "The BEST FREE WordPress Themes in 2024!" when it was posted in June of 2023...

[@WPTuts]

As I don't think better themes have come along since releasing this video, so it is still very relevant in 2024. :)

[@jamesavill73]

Great content but you say "Go ahead" too much. You said it 8 times in a minute between 2:00 and 3:00.

[@nafeesagohar500]

What free theme is best for blogging?

[@WPTuts]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bHLTkmtmgpinpKc

[@FactsFixer]

Hi, if you don't know how many themes are there, then how can you compare, and suggest the best ?

[@elangochell4258]

are these themes copyright free?

[@WPTuts]

@@elangochell4258 what do you mean by copyright free? These are free to use themes that are )I believe) released under GPL licensing.

[@ClaudiuOvidiuStoica]

Kadence by far

[@paxwebb]

For e-commerce or blog?

[@Action-Editing-Pro]

Blocksy with elementor is not work for me

[@rrjmdPA]

indexing these types of posts would go a LONG LONG way to making them useful

[@jzea5605]

It would be lovely if you focused on premium for a while. Or is premium just never worth it?

[@WPTuts]

It's one of those things that if I focus on premium themes (or plugins) I end up with people moaning that I'm only after the affiliate commission.. 🙈

[@jzea5605]

@@WPTuts ah man. But I understand, thanks for the reply :) I've been developing with wordpress for about 3 years now and just finished a client site using Avada (usually use a well chosen theme with a client with Elementor). The optimisation process is usually a nightmare. Just want to find the right tool for being "semi-pro". You seem to gravitate towards GeneratePress lately so I'm thinking of pushing my next client onto that. Your'e one of my best resources so thank you for everything.

[@HBrooks]

so many 'page builders', etc. all have kinks, and most have multiple plugin dependencies which also depend on 'pro' versions to function correctly. none work well with the native wordpress and almost all have a bait-to-pay bent. one function unless you pay per year. how about a one-time price for a plugin? the bait-to-pay model is what sucks the most about modern wordpress.

[@ajazahmedofficial]

Nice

[@fatinefassi8584]

Okay but how we install Blocksy? I love your video but it's not beginner friendly

[@WPTuts]

This video isn’t a tutorial, so there’s nothing to really follow. If you take a look at my recent build a blog tutorial, it shows you how to install and use Blocksy. 👍

[@HrSamstag]

All these templates are technologically impressive with the possibilities in combination with WordPress, but ultimately look completely the same in terms of graphic design. Too bad what web design has now become.

[@WPTuts]

No ones is saying you have to use the starter templates. Use the theme and your own design skills and create something you feel is original.

[@AOWANDERS]

Did exactly what you did with blocksy step by step and either your lying about it being free because you have a pro account or this is an old video that your lying about the release date BECAUSE 1) my edit screen looks nothing like your edit screen and 2) when I import the exact same template you did there is no demo data like yours to view or edit. All there is is a menu header bar and what looks like blog post thumbnails!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All i want is a free template to use as an online resume and I've been looking for 2 days now. Everything you click on and download removes all the demo content and requires you to build on your own. Then you come to a video like this that makes it appear its simply click, drag and drop ease. LIES LIES LIES LIES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Your screen is black mines white. Your screen offers colors, fonts, features and options. Mine asks me to choose a color for text and I do and the text doesn't change color!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WTF!!!!! When did Wordpress become so complicated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@WPTuts]

First of all, you need to adjust your attitude and making accusations about me lying! ALL of the content in this video is based 100% on exactly what each of these themes offer in their FREE versions. There are no pro versions being used. If you’re having an issue with any of the themes, I’d suggest you reach out to the relevant support channels and request help and not come here ranting about me lying. For starters, have you installed the Blocksy Companion plugin that you need to also install? The dark editor in Blocksy is a simple switch at the bottom of the customiser screen. I could go on, but you’re going to get more success finding out where the issue is via the official support channels. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@TalibKhan]

royal-elementor's themes it has A to Z full control