Blog Designer Pack vs Hello Elementor
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| Feature | Blog Designer Pack v4.0.14 · checked 23 Oct 2026 Free + paid · ★ 4.7/5 Visit Details | Hello Elementor v3.5.1 · checked 23 Oct 2026 Free + paid · ★ 4.2/5 Visit Details |
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| At a glance | ||
| Active installs | 30,000+ | 1M+ |
| Last updated | October 11, 2026 | August 25, 2026 |
| Editions | Blog Designer Pack · Blog Designer Pack Pro ($) | Hello Elementor · Elementor Pro ($) |
| Pros | Several post layouts through shortcodes, widgets and Elementor; Load-more option for post lists | Lightweight blank canvas that leaves design to Elementor; Elementor header and footer template support; WooCommerce support included |
| Cons | Some designs and options are reserved for the Pro edition; Many shortcodes and layouts to learn | Few built-in design options outside Elementor; Admin and customizer promote the paid Elementor Pro add-on |
| More features | ||
| Other features | Post grid, list and masonry layouts, Post ticker, Post widgets, Elementor layout widget, Load more posts over AJAX, Freemius account and Pro upgrade path | Minimal blank canvas theme setup, Elementor header and footer templates, WooCommerce theme support, Elementor Pro upsell in the customizer |
| Integrations | ||
| Analytics | Freemius | — |
| E-commerce | — | WooCommerce |
| Plugins | Elementor | Elementor |
| Requires WordPress | 5.8 | 6.0 |
| Requires PHP | 5.4 | 7.4 |
| Tested up to | 7.1 | 7.0 |
| Phones home | Only if you agree | No |
| External services | api.freemius.com | my.elementor.com |
| Blocks | 1 | — |
| Shortcodes | 9 | — |