OceanWP
by OceanWP
Freemium multipurpose theme with deep page builder integration and a mature extension-based Pro model.
- Lighthouse
- 90 / 100 Tested May 29, 2026
- Accessibility
- WCAG AA
- Last release
- May 8, 2026 v4.0.6
- WP.org rating
- 4.9
OceanWP is a long-established multipurpose WordPress theme from the independent vendor OceanWP LLC (operating since 2016). A generous free tier, broad page builder compatibility, and a substantial demo library make it a popular starting point for freelancers and agencies. The Pro extension model lets you pay only for the features you need. It is frequently compared with Blocksy, but the two are made by different companies.
Pros
- Broad page builder compatibility (Elementor, Beaver, Brizy, Bricks)
- Free tier covers most use cases on its own
- Pay-per-extension Pro model rather than all-or-nothing
- Large demo library, including ecommerce-focused starter sites
Cons
- Extensions add up quickly if you want the full feature set
- Settings UI shows its age compared to newer themes like Blocksy
Pick OceanWP when you want a mature freemium multipurpose theme with broad builder support and you prefer to pay only for the specific Pro features you need.
Avoid if you want a modern Gutenberg-first architecture (look at a block-first theme like Blocksy) or strict block theme compliance.
Frequently asked questions
- Is OceanWP free?
- Yes. The free version is fully functional and covers most use cases. OceanWP Pro ($49/year) is sold as individual extensions or bundles, so you pay only for the features you need.
- Is OceanWP still maintained?
- Yes, actively, by its independent vendor OceanWP LLC. OceanWP has a long history and a large install base. It is often compared with Blocksy, but Blocksy is a separate theme from a different company (CreativeThemes).
- Does OceanWP work with WooCommerce?
- Yes. OceanWP has substantial WooCommerce-specific design controls in both free and Pro tiers, plus a dedicated WooCommerce-focused starter site library.
- OceanWP vs Blocksy?
- Different makers, different philosophies. OceanWP (by OceanWP LLC) is the established, extension-based multipurpose theme with a larger demo library and longer track record. Blocksy (by CreativeThemes) is a modern Gutenberg-first theme. For a new block-editor build, Blocksy; for an existing OceanWP site, there's no urgent reason to migrate.
Recent releases
- v4.0.6 May 8, 2026
WooCommerce 9.0 compatibility, header builder fixes
- v4.0.5 April 12, 2026
Customizer performance optimization
- v4.0.4 March 18, 2026
Block compatibility patches
- v4.0.3 February 22, 2026
Patch release
- v4.0.2 January 30, 2026
Maintenance release
- v4.0.1 January 4, 2026
Hotfix for sticky header on mobile
- v4.0.0 December 9, 2025
Major release: new admin UI, deprecated legacy customizer options
- v3.5.4 November 18, 2025
Final 3.x maintenance release
| Product | Type | Price | Lighthouse |
|---|---|---|---|
| | Classic | Free, Pro from $49 | 90 |
| | Hybrid | Free, Pro from $69 | 94 |
| | Classic | Free, Pro from $69 | 91 |
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Performance testing
Tested on Kinsta Starter (Google Cloud C3D, Iowa). Configuration: OceanWP default settings, mobile, 4G simulated, cold cache. 5 runs, median reported. Raw Lighthouse JSON downloadable on request.
Data freshness
Last release tracked May 8, 2026. Release history maintained from the vendor's changelog. Vendor activity refreshed on every build.