Bricks alternatives: 4 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Bricks: steeper learning curve than Elementor, and no free version. We ranked 4 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Bricks, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Elementor currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#	App	Pricing	Open source	Platforms	Verified facts	Score
1	Webstudio	Open source	Yes	Web, Self-hosted	6 of 6	57.2

1. WebstudioTop pick
Best for: Designers who want Webflow-level control without being tied to one host
Open sourceSelf-hostableWeb, Self-hosted
57.2
score / 100
Why switch from Bricks
Open-source visual builder with full CSS control.
Pros
Full CSS control in a visual editor
Open source and can be hosted anywhere
Works with many headless CMSs
Cons
Steep learning curve for non-designers
No built-in CMS; content needs an external service
Self-hosting the builder isn't recommended for production yet
Visit Webstudio Details and reviews
How this score is calculated
Editorial fit ×0.369
Reviews ×0.363
Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
Freshness ×0.1585
Votes ×0.150
0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula
Is Webstudio a good Bricks alternative?
Verified facts
6 of 6 verified
License
AGPL-3.0
Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
Positioning
Open-source Webflow alternative
Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
Hosting
Host anywhere, including Webstudio
Checked Oct 25, 2026github.com(opens source in a new tab)
Self-hosting
Exported sites can be self-hosted
Checked Oct 25, 2026docs.webstudio.is(opens source in a new tab)
Export
Static site or JavaScript app
Checked Oct 25, 2026docs.webstudio.is(opens source in a new tab)
Open source
Builder and generated sites
Checked Oct 25, 2026docs.webstudio.is(opens source in a new tab)

The best Bricks alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Best Bricks alternative for most people

Elementor

Easier for beginners, with a free version and a bigger add-on market.

Best Bricks alternative for a free option

Webstudio

Open-source visual builder with full CSS control.

Best Bricks alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Webflow

Similar class-based visual control without managing WordPress.

Best Bricks alternative for open source

Webstudio

Open-source visual builder with full CSS control.

Best Bricks alternative for self-hosting

Divi

Unlimited-site licence and many pre-made layouts.

Best Bricks alternative for working in the browser

Elementor

Easier for beginners, with a free version and a bigger add-on market.

Bricks alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Bricks?

Elementor ranks first right now. Easier for beginners, with a free version and a bigger add-on market. Divi and Webflow follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Bricks?

Yes. Elementor (free plan + paid), Webflow (free plan + paid) and Webstudio (open source) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Bricks?

Yes: Webstudio. Webstudio can also be self-hosted.

Why do people switch from Bricks?

The complaints we hear most: steeper learning curve than Elementor; no free version; smaller add-on ecosystem.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Bricks, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.