Elementor and Bricks are the two page builders most WordPress projects end up choosing between. They solve the same problem, building pages visually without writing markup, but they pull in different directions. Elementor optimises for breadth and approachability; Bricks optimises for speed and control. Here is how they actually compare.
Elementor in one line
Elementor is the friendly default: a drag-and-drop interface, 90+ widgets, a mature theme builder for headers, footers and templates, and the largest add-on ecosystem of any builder. The Pro version starts around $49/year for a single site. If you want the most templates, tutorials, and third-party widgets, it is the safe pick.
Bricks in one line
Bricks is the performance-first challenger. It leans into a "visual coding" model, native dynamic data, a template library, and condition-based visibility, all on a deliberately lean codebase. It is a one-time purchase (around $99 for unlimited sites, with lifetime updates), which adds up differently over a few years.
Where they differ
- Speed: Bricks ships lighter markup and is built around fast page loads. Elementor's breadth can add weight, though careful builds and caching narrow the gap.
- Design flexibility: Elementor wins on sheer widget and template count. Bricks gives you more direct control over structure and output.
- Learning curve: Elementor is easier to pick up. Bricks asks a little more up front and rewards you with more control.
- Ecosystem: Elementor's third-party add-on market is far larger; with Bricks you rely more on the core and a smaller community.
- Pricing shape: Elementor is a yearly subscription; Bricks is a one-time payment with lifetime updates. Over multiple sites and years, Bricks is often cheaper.
Which to pick
- Choose Elementor if you value ease of use, the biggest template and add-on library, and lots of documentation, and you are fine with an annual fee.
- Choose Bricks if you care about performance and clean output, you are comfortable with a slightly steeper start, and you would rather pay once.
There is no universally better one. The right answer depends on who maintains the site and what you are optimising for.
FAQ
Which is better for beginners? Elementor, thanks to its interface and documentation.
Can I migrate from Elementor to Bricks easily? Not really. They store layouts differently, so plan a migration as a rebuild rather than a switch.
Is Bricks better for SEO? Both output SEO-friendly code; Bricks' lighter pages can give a small Core Web Vitals edge.
Which is better for WooCommerce? Both integrate well; Elementor has more pre-built commerce widgets.
Not sure which fits your project, or stuck on a build in either? That's what we're for.