The Best WordPress Themes of 2025

Table of Contents:

1. The 2025 Shift
2. Selecting a WordPress Theme
3. The Best WordPress Themes
4. Other Great Options
5. WordPress Theme Trends
6. Common WordPress Theme Questions

It's hard to believe but the new year is almost upon us and with that comes an exciting new chapter in the story of WordPress themes. For Themeco, 2025 will be our 13th year in business! One of the most notable events is the slow shift away from "themes" and instead the focus being on that of all-in-one website "builders". Throughout this article, we'd like to discuss what to look for when selecting a WordPress theme and why you need to shift your thinking to builders, including our very own Cornerstone, the most advanced website builder in WordPress.

In the market for the best WordPress theme? Before we show you some actual examples, let's discuss a few of the most important characteristics you need to keep in mind when making this important choice.

1. 1. Purpose & Functionality — What is the purpose of your website? Is it a blog, e-commerce store, portfolio, or business website? Different themes are designed with specific goals in mind. For example, most themes found on ThemeForest are purpose built for a specific type of website. This is in contrast to the multipurpose themes like Pro which can be used for anything. A theme built for e-commerce may include product galleries, shopping cart integration, and product review features. For a blog, you may want themes that emphasize readability and content display.


2. 2. Responsiveness & Mobile Compatibility — In 2025 it is simply not an option to NOT have a WordPress theme that is completely responsive (preferably 100% fluid as well). With the increasing number of mobile users, having a responsive theme is crucial. Responsive themes automatically adjust the layout based on the user’s device, ensuring a seamless experience across desktops, tablets, and smartphones. Test the theme’s demo on different devices, tools, or browsers. Unfortunately, Safari has become the new Internet Explorer in some ways so you may experience challenges there.


3. 3. Customization Options — While many themes come with native customization features, it’s essential to make sure you can make the changes you want without needing extensive coding knowledge. Look for themes that offer easy-to-use customization options such as: color and font choices, drag and drop experiences, multiple custom layouts, and more. We even provide a free trial for the Cornerstone Builder that allows you to try it out for yourself (no email or credit card required).


4. 4. Speed & Performance — Website speed is crucial not only for user experience but also for SEO. A heavy or poorly-coded theme can slow down your site significantly. Before finalizing a theme, check its performance using tools like GTmetrix or Google PageSpeed Insights. Opt for lightweight, well-optimized themes that ensure fast loading times. Our themes are lightning fast as shown in these benchmark tests from an actual customer.


5. 5. Security & Updates — Security is a top priority when it comes to WordPress themes. Poorly-coded themes can (and do) create vulnerabilities for your website. Choose themes from reputable sources and check the frequency of updates. Regular updates ensure that the theme remains compatible with the latest version of WordPress and is protected against vulnerabilities. Fun fact: just in 2024 alone we released 27 new updates for X Theme, Pro Theme, and the Cornerstone Builder. Here's one of the latest.

There are other important factors including SEO friendliness, browser compatibility, and 3rd party plugin support. In the world of WordPress there are numerous SEO plugins, however browser compatibility and 3rd party plugin support will be up to the developer of the theme. At Themeco, we are proud of the fact that our themes and builder will play nicely with most 3rd party tools, plugins, and apps. We even provide support for several of them.

We're Themeco and our priority from day one is to help customers build better websites. We're proud of the fact that several hundred thousand customers have bought one of our award winning WordPress themes, including the prestigous recognition for having ThemeForest's fastest selling theme of all time! ThemeForest is the undisputed king of WordPress themes, and their marketplace has the most authors and buyers of any WordPress ecosystem in the world. We count it as a great privilege and honor to to be recognized in this way, so without further ado, let's take a look at just how we are redefining WordPress websites.

Meet Pro

Pro is unlike any other theme on the market. As a matter of fact, just calling it a "theme" is missing the point. Yes it is a WordPress theme (and yes we think it's the best one on the market), but it's the powerful builder called Cornerstone that really takes things to the next level. It's like having Photoshop or Sketch built into your theme...plus so much more.

Most website builders are clunky, not very intuitive, and have limitations left and right. Our approach is to provide you with the ultimate all-in-one tool that is built for performance and ready for anything you throw at it. And it doesn't matter if you are a complete beginner or a seasoned pro! Want to see what we mean? Check out this 65 second video that gives you a quick overview of Cornerstone. The main difference to other WordPress themes is the depth to which you have granular control over all aspects of your site. This enables you to tweak things without touching code and build exactly what you're envisioning.

One of the most exciting developments is the recent release of Cornerstone's External REST API. This powerful feature will help you integrate with just about any 3rd party API and bring that data directly into Cornerstone (we are the only tool on the market that we know of that allows for this)! Check out this simple video we put together showing how to build a stock ticker app in WordPress with Cornerstone.

Getting started with Pro is incredibly easy thanks to a collection of over 100 templates and design assets including our Starter Site. When you install the Starter Site, it gives you example pages, blog posts, and more so you can quickly start building and customizing. Want even more templates? Check out our Design Cloud library that is included with every theme purchase. What's more, you can save your own Templates and re-use Elements throughout your site.

We also recently launched Max — a collection of expert courses, templates, and plugins from leading website experts delivered directly to Cornerstone. This is a great way to learn about the latest in website building while you're building! You can get Pro+Max all in one incredible service by checking out our pricing page (or if you are looking for lifetime deals, check out our bundles).

When starting with a new theme, there is always a bit of a learning curve, and that makes product support incredibly important. Giving our customers an award winning WordPress theme is one thing. Supporting them every step of the way is another. With hundreds of articles and over 250,000 online forum posts covering all aspects of the theme — no other product comes even close to the suite of support services at your disposal. Need one-on-one help? Just post in our support forum, and a member of the team will be happy to assist.

Want to give Pro a try? Give our award winning website builder a spin with this free demo, and see for yourself why Pro is the most powerful WordPress theme on the market today. Ready to get started? You can buy Pro directly, and get instant access. We look forward to welcoming you into the Themeco family!

We mentioned Max above, and it is an incredible service. It includes all of our Courses, Expansion Packs, and Plugins. But you can also purchase these products individually. This includes Modern Sliders, Gridorama, Super Loopers, Web Design Magic, Cornerstone Charts, and Personify. These are the perfect addon to Pro!

This article is about the best WordPress themes and yes...we are biased (you need Pro in your life) but yes...there are others :) We do feel we've built the best WordPress theme, and that's why we are recommending it. Still, there are other great options, and we'd like to help you find the top theme for your needs.

Divi

If we had to pick just one other theme that you simply have to own, it would be Divi. As a matter of fact, we've been proud paying customers for over a decade. Divi is a versatile multi purpose theme that comes with a big collection of pre-made layouts that can speed up the process of creating your website. Every design and element is fully responsive and looks good on any device.

While Divi might not be the most complex theme on the market it is very user friendly and gives you just enough tools and features to make any design come to life.

X

While Pro is our ultimate powerhouse, there is also X which offers less functionality but is a great choice for anyone starting out with WordPress themes. You can upgrade X to Pro at any time which makes this an even better choice for when you are ready to take things to the next level with features like our header and footer builder which only comes with our Pro theme. Generally speaking, X and Pro have quite a lot of similarities so by choosing a demo and building your site with Cornerstone you can be up and running in no time.

Avada

Avada is the best selling theme on Themeforest and can be viewed as the swiss army knife of themes. It has hundreds of theme options and a wide range of supported plugins. Due to the fact that it has such a big user base most plugins integrate with them and for the rare case where something is not working properly they have a support team that can help you with questions related to their theme.

Astra

Astra has quickly become one of the most successful WordPress themes by giving the user an infinite amount of choice and integrating with popular builders like Elementor.

The unique thing about this theme is that it comes as a free version that already gives you a basic set of options, as soon as you want to take it one step further you can upgrade and get access to a huge design library.

Enfold

Enfold from Kriesi is a theme from an author that was one of the first people on the Themeforest marketplace. There are only a few people that have more experience in this industry than him and this is also reflecting in his theme. By going a route where everything is custom built and seamless you get an experience unlike most other themes.

With 35+ demos you can pick a great starting point before tweaking the design to fit your own needs. This will speed up the process and help you get things done fast.

What better way is there to see some of the latest trends for WordPress in 2025 then to see a guided tour of the Cornerstone Builder! Take a few minutes to watch the video and get help finding the best WordPress theme for you and your website.

This video is from our Getting Started w/ Cornerstone Playlist. Follow along as we show you why this is the most advanced website builder in all of WordPress.

Here are a few of the most common questions people ask when choosing a brand new WordPress theme.

What is the best WordPress theme? Pro from Themeco is out top pick for the best theme for WordPress, however we also think Divi is another great option.

Where can I find free WordPress themes? There are several design websites that list free themes, and three of the most popular options are Astra, Neve, and OceanWP. Often times, most free themes have paid versions that include more options so it is rare to find a truly free WordPress theme with no strings attached.

Which WordPress themes have the best AI features? We are just beginning to see AI showing up in leading WordPress themes but it is a little too early to pick the best just yet. Bookmark this page for the latest in WordPress AI updates.

How do I optimize a WordPress theme for faster performance? The most important things you can do to optimize your WordPress theme for performance are 1) Use image compressors to reduce the file size of your images 2) Minify and concactenate your theme's code 3) Keep 3rd party plugin usage to a minimum.

How do I fix theme compatibility issues? The first step is to contact the author of the theme or plugin. Generally, the author can help you identify whether which product is causing the issue. If you can't reach the author or want to troubleshoot it on your own, try deactivating each of your plugins one by one until you find the culprit. You can also temporarily deactivate your theme and test the plugin with a free theme from the WordPress.org repo if you think the theme is the problem.

How can I get support for my WordPress theme? When it comes to an issue that you can't resolve on your own, it's all about the developer's team and how they are reacting to your request. Some WordPress themes come with great support that will help you solve issues in no time. We also offer a paid service called One that helps with any WordPress question including help with any theme, plugin, or even customization question.

How often should I update my WordPress theme? You should always try to keep your theme on the latest available versions. This will prevent old code from potentially being exploited. Generally speaking, if a theme developer doesn't release a new version after 1 year, the project is often considered dormant or dead. This is a good time to start looking for a new theme.

Are there any WordPress theme bundles? Yes, you can find several theme bundles. For example when you purchase Pro from Themeco you get nearly two dozen additional 3rd party plugins with your purchase, including updates and support. This is an incredible deal that you simply won't find anywhere else in WordPress. You can also buy a Themeco Bundles that includes two or more Themeco products.

What are the best WordPress themes for eCommerce? One of the most popular WordPress themes for building eCommerce sites is Flatsome. You can also find several popular free and premium eCommerce themes from the WooCommerce website.

What is the price range for WordPress themes? Most premium themes are priced between $49 and $299. Most of the best themes offer a subscription that includes ongoing updates and support. Generally if you cancel a WordPress theme subscription you will be able to continue to use the theme, but you will lose access to future updates and support after the end of the period that you have paid for.

Are all WordPress themes optimized for mobile? The short answer is no, however in 2025 most of the current themes on the market have responsive functionality built into the theme meaning you don't have to install a separate plugin or add custom code to make your theme respond to various mobile devices.

Hopefully this list of the best WordPress themes gives you a good review of reliabe and easy-to-use tools that enable you to create your website. The reason why we picked the themes above (even though we have our own theme which we obviously think is the best choice) is that every person's needs and preferences are different.

While we believe you will love our Pro Theme, there is nothing wrong with giving another theme a try that might have a certain feature you need. It is always a good idea to test different themes before making the final decision. We recommend purchasing several themes so you can have multiple options to chose from as certain projects will be better with certain tools.

In addition to Pro, we strongly recommend Divi. If you build sites in WordPress, you need to have Divi in your toolbox. Keep in mind that choosing a theme is an important decision and one you'll most likely stick with for the next several years. If you have any questions related to WordPress or themes in general, we invite you to use the comment form below or head on over to our WordPress theme forum.