GenerateBlocks vs Hello Elementor
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| Feature | GenerateBlocks v2.5.0 · checked 23 Oct 2026 Free + paid · ★ 4.9/5 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 | 200,000+ | 1M+ |
| Last updated | October 13, 2026 | August 25, 2026 |
| Editions | GenerateBlocks · GenerateBlocks Pro ($) | Hello Elementor · Elementor Pro ($) |
| Pros | Lightweight core blocks for containers, grids and text; Query loop and dynamic content support; Pattern library included free | Lightweight blank canvas that leaves design to Elementor; Elementor header and footer template support; WooCommerce support included |
| Cons | Advanced blocks and conditions need the paid Pro add-on; Pattern library calls the vendor's pattern service; Pro upgrade prompts appear in the admin | Few built-in design options outside Elementor; Admin and customizer promote the paid Elementor Pro add-on |
| More features | ||
| Other features | Container, grid, headline, button and image blocks, Query loop block, Pattern library, REST endpoints for the editor | Minimal blank canvas theme setup, Elementor header and footer templates, WooCommerce theme support, Elementor Pro upsell in the customizer |
| Integrations | ||
| E-commerce | — | WooCommerce |
| Plugins | Advanced Custom Fields | Elementor |
| Other | Google Fonts, GenerateBlocks pattern service | — |
| Requires WordPress | 6.7 | 6.0 |
| Requires PHP | 7.2 | 7.4 |
| Tested up to | 7.1 | 7.0 |
| Phones home | No | No |
| External services | — | my.elementor.com |
| Blocks | 16 | — |