Looking for a new WordPress theme can be overwhelming, with so many marketplaces and themes to choose from. However, we have made it easier for you by narrowing down your choices and guiding you through the factors to consider when purchasing a WordPress theme.
One of the most popular theme marketplaces is Themeforest from Envato, which offers over 20,000 themes for every project, website format, and style. Envato quality checks each theme and provides information on future updates and active support from the theme author. The site also offers filters to search for themes based on category, price range, customer rating, sales, and more.
Themeforest is also known for its all-in-one, multipurpose WordPress themes such as the Total WordPress Theme. Other marketplaces like Creative Market offer affordable themes for any budget and provide freebies every week.
Two standout theme shops are StudioPress, creators of the Genesis framework, and Elegant Themes, known for their popular Divi theme. StudioPress offers clean and professional designs with excellent support and security, while Elegant Themes offers a bundle of great themes for one low price.
For niche industries, Templatic offers over 80 themes for specific industries like hotels, auto shops, restaurants, hair salons, and more. ThemeIsle offers themes perfect for business, photography, book reviews, construction and more.
Bespoke or custom themes are also an option but tend to be more expensive as they are created just for you. Ultimately, the theme you choose should be based on your preferences, knowledge in working with PHP, WordPress, CSS, and other frameworks, as well as your budget.
With so many options available, we hope our breakdown of the most popular theme sources will point you in the right direction. The final decision is up to you. Let us know which marketplace or theme shop you chose and why in the comments.
