aThemes Blocks is the #44 ranked page builder app on WordPress, with a 1.0 average rating from 1 review, as of Aug 31, 2026.
aThemes Blocks is a WordPress Plugin Directory app by Syed Balkhi. With a rating of 1.0★ from 1 reviews, it currently ranks #44 in the Page Builder category.
AppRanks data: aThemes Blocks ranks #44 in Page Builder on WordPress Plugin Directory, placing it in the top 15% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
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aThemes Blocks is a mixed-rating WordPress app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Page Builder category on WordPress Plugin Directory, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 1 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. Paid-only pricing means evaluating fit on the marketplace listing or via the developer's documentation before installing. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical WordPress Plugin Directory listing.
Pros
- +Published by Syed Balkhi — established developer track record
Cons
- −Average rating below 4.0 (1.0★) — read recent low-star reviews before committing
- −Limited review base (1) — ratings can shift significantly with new feedback
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How aThemes Blocks works
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Extend the Gutenberg Block Editor with additional functionality.
Essential Gutenberg Blocks Plugin with Powerful Blocks for Faster WordPress Websites – No Coding Required Transform your WordPress block editor experience with aThemes Gutenberg Blocks, featuring essential blocks designed for speed, performance, and professional results. Whether you’re building with Sydney, Botiga, or any WordPress theme, our blocks help you create beautiful websites that load fast and convert better.
Finally, a Block Plugin That Prioritizes Performance and Simplicity aThemes Gutenberg Blocks represents a complete rebuild focused on what matters most: creating websites quickly without sacrificing performance. Each block is optimized for speed, accessibility, and ease of use, making it perfect for beginners and experienced designers alike.
Why you’ll love aThemes Blocks:
Lightning-fast performance – Optimized code that doesn’t slow down your site
Universal compatibility – Works perfectly with any WordPress theme
Smart block management – Enable only the blocks you need for optimal performance
Essential Blocks for Every Website 🚀 Core Building Blocks
Container Block – Build advanced layouts with flexbox and responsive design controls
Heading Block – Customize typography with multiple fonts, sizes, and styling options
Button Block – High-conversion call-to-action buttons with animations and hover effects
Text Block – Enhanced paragraph block with rich formatting and advanced typography
Icon Block – Beautiful icons from popular libraries with extensive styling controls
Image Block – Add responsive images with animations and customizable styling
Dynamic Content Blocks
Testimonial Block – Showcase customer feedback for social proof and trust
Google Maps Block – Embed maps with different styling and location markers
Post Grid Block – Display posts in a customizable grid with advanced styling options
Taxonomy Grid Block – Highlight categories or tags with flexible layouts and styling
Team Member Block – Present team profiles with images, bios, and social media links
Smart Block Management Dashboard Our intuitive dashboard lets you enable or disable individual blocks based on your needs. Building a simple site? Enable just 3 blocks and keep everything lightning-fast. Need the full toolkit? Activate all blocks.
Performance-First Approach Unlike bloated page builders, aThemes Gutenberg Blocks is built for speed:
Conditional loading – Only loads CSS/JS for blocks you actually use
Optimized assets – Minimal file sizes for faster loading
Mobile-first design – Perfect performance on all devices
Universal Theme Compatibility aThemes Gutenberg Blocks works seamlessly with any WordPress theme, including: Sydney, Botiga, Astra, GeneratePress, Kadence, Blocksy, OceanWP, Neve, Avada, Twenty Twenty-Four and hundreds more.
Who Benefits from aThemes Gutenberg Blocks?
Small Business Owners – Build a professional online presence without the cost of hiring developers. Our blocks make it fast, affordable, and easy to create a site that reflects your brand.
Bloggers – Bring your content to life with visually engaging blocks, from call-to-actions to image galleries, that keep readers hooked and coming back for more.
Web Designers – Speed up your workflow and impress clients with performance-optimized blocks that give you complete creative control without extra coding.
Freelancers – Deliver high-quality websites faster with reusable, consistent design tools that save you time and help you scale your business.
Agencies – Produce pixel-perfect, SEO-friendly websites for clients at scale while maintaining top performance and design flexibility.
WordPress Beginners – Skip the learning curve and create professional-looking websites with easy-to-use, drag-and-drop blocks, no coding skills required.
Built by the Team Behind Sydney and Botiga aThemes Blocks is developed by the same team that created the popular Sydney and Botiga themes, trusted by thousands of WordPress users worldwide with 750+ 5-star reviews. We understand what makes websites successful and have built that expertise into every block.
Getting Started is Easy
Install aThemes Blocks
Choose which blocks to enable in the dashboard
Start building with the WordPress block editor
Create professional websites in minutes, not hours
Future-Proof Your WordPress Site As WordPress continues investing in the block editor, aThemes Blocks positions you for success. Learn once, benefit forever with blocks that evolve alongside WordPress core.
Documentation & Support
To learn how to use aThemes Blocks, you can check our documentation.
Need help? Visit our support here. Our dedicated support team is here to assist you. We’re committed to your success and continuously improve aThemes Gutenberg Blocks based on your feedback.
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Category rankings
As of Sep 4, 2026- Page Builder#44of 312Top 15%
- Gutenberg#73of 696Top 11%
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Competitors & alternatives
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Where aThemes Blocks stands in the Page Builder category
aThemes Blocks ranks #44 of 312 apps in the Page Builder category, placing it in the top 15% of the listing.
Frequently asked questions
What is aThemes Blocks?
aThemes Blocks is an app for WordPress. It currently holds a 1.0-star rating from 1 merchant review, and AppRanks has been tracking its public marketplace data on the refresh cadence published in our methodology. It is listed under the Page Builder category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by Syed Balkhi.
Who uses aThemes Blocks?
Currently around 6,000 active stores have installed aThemes Blocks. Its review base is still building, which usually maps to early-stage merchants and stores piloting a new workflow. It is part of the Page Builder category on WordPress.
Where does aThemes Blocks rank on WordPress?
aThemes Blocks currently sits at position #44 in the Page Builder category on WordPress. That places it in the top 14% of 312 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.