We’ll let you in on a (not-so) secret: Both Divi and Elementor are great page builders, and you won’t go wrong with either one.
However, you still have to make a choice! So we’re going to help you make that choice by comparing Divi vs Elementor on many important elements and break it down on which page builder is better depending on what your priorities are.
What is a WordPress Page Builder?
A WordPress page builder is an optional add-on that will give you much more creative control over your entire website.
Page builders let anyone, not just technically-savvy users, build an impressive, custom website. You do not need to know any code to use a page builder.
With a good page builder you will be able to design and build your WordPress site using easy drag-and-drop elements with a toolbar to fully customize each element, and with the best page builders all of this will happen in a frontend visual builder so you can see your changes as you make them.
Most page builders are installed as a WordPress plugin; some page builders are included as part of a WordPress theme.
There are many different options when it comes to choosing a WordPress page builder, but the two most popular ones are Divi and Elementor.
What to learn about other options? Check out The Best Page Builders in 2026
Overview of Divi vs Elementor
Divi and Elementor are both drag-and-drop page editors that let you see your changes in real-time. They’re very similar in many ways, because they are both tools trying to solve the same problems and they’re both considered to be leading WordPress page builders available in 2026.
Divi can be used as a theme with the page builder included, or you can install just the page builder as a plugin if you already have a theme picked out. Elementor is only offered as a plugin, although you can use their free ‘Hello’ theme if you need a theme as well.
Here are some key features that they both offer:
- Drag-and-drop visual interface – no technical knowledge needed to build
- Real-time editing – you can see your changes as you make them
- Inline editing – you can edit text by clicking and typing directly on the page
- A large library – pre-made layouts, templates, and customizable modules
- Theme building – you can edit the header, footer, sidebar, etc.
- Responsive Editing – you can design your site for all device sizes, like desktops, tablets, and mobile phones
- Re-use elements across site – save custom modules and templates or import & export layouts or settings
As you can see, they both offer some really solid features. So lets take a close look at a few specific aspects and compare how they stack up.
Features Comparison
We’re going to look at pricing, performance, special features, included templates and modules, and support for Divi vs Elementor. You should consider which features are most important to you for your own site (or sites!) so that you can determine which builder is better for you overall.
Divi vs Elementor Pricing
When comparing the prices of Divi and Elementor there are several angles to consider. Start by answering these questions about your website plans:
- How many websites will you want to build with your page builder?
- What is your budget for your website(s)?
- How long do you plan to have your website(s)?
Here’s the breakdown of how Divi & Elementor handle their pricing:
Divi Plans & Pricing
Divi pricing is very straightforward. They have two plan options:
- $89/yr
- $249 for lifetime
A single Divi license can be used on unlimited websites.
A Divi license includes access to all of the Elegant Themes products: the Divi theme, the Divi builder plugin, Extra themes, the Bloom email opt-in plugin, and the Monarch social sharing plugin.
Divi does not have a free version of their page builder, but they do offer a 30-day money back guarantee if you decide you don’t want to use their product.
In terms of value-for-money it’s pretty tough to beat Divi’s lifetime plan, especially if you intend to have your website for multiple years or if you plan to build more than one website.
Elementor Plans & Pricing
First of all, Elementor has a free version of their plugin. So if you’re on a limited budget for your website then you should go with Elementor. The free version is limited compared to the premium version, but it can at least get you started.
For the premium version of Elementor, pricing is broken down by the number of sites you want to build:
- 1 site: $49/yr
- Up to 25 sites: $199/yr
- Up to 1,000 sites: $999/yr
Elementor does not have a lifetime access plan, and they do not include any other themes or plugins with the Elementor license (although they do have a free Hello Theme that works well for the Elementor page builder).
So what is most affordable?
If you’re going to have only 1 website, Elementor is cheaper.
If you’re going to have more than 1 website, Divi is cheaper.
The Divi lifetime plan is cheaper than the Divi yearly plan after about 2.5 years.
The Divi lifetime plan is cheaper than Elementor for a single site after 5 years.
Divi vs Elementor User Interfaces
Both Divi and Elementor have easy-to-use visual interfaces that use simple drag-and-drop elements and layouts, but they are different. A lot of which one is ‘better’ comes down to personal preference, and so for this reason we do recommend trying each builder out to truly decide for yourself. We love the Divi interface (we built Let’s Website Build with Divi) but some users prefer the Elementor interface.
We’ll go over the basics of how the interfaces work and what’s different about them so you can start to get a feel for which one you think works better for you. The biggest difference is that Divi is a full-width editor with floating toolbars, whereas Elementor uses a fixed sidebar for all its tools.
Let’s take a closer look at both–
The Divi User Interface
Divi gives an option to use their backend editor or their a frontend visual editor. Most users prefer the frontend editor, but it’s still nice to have options!
The Divi visual editor uses a fullwidth layout with floating toolboxes. You can click on the ‘+’ to add a new section, row, or module (content element). A toolbox will appear that will allow you to add the content, change the design of the element, and also give you advanced options like cool animations or custom CSS. These floating toolboxes can be moved around the screen or resized so they won’t get in your way.
Add content with the Divi UI
Customize Divi with floating toolboxes
Another nice feature of Divi is that you can right click elements to copy-paste the module or specific styling customizations so you can apply the same styling to other elements. You can also save elements in your library for re-use on other pages.
Overall, the Divi interface does take some getting used to. However, once you understand how it works it becomes very easy and fast to use while offering endless customization options.
The Elementor User Interface
Elementor has a fixed sidebar on the left side of your screen when you’re working on a page or post. In the sidebar you can find all of your layout elements and you just drag and drop them where you want them on your page. After you drop them on to the page the sidebar will give you options on customizing the content and design of each element.
Add content with the Elementor UI
Customize Elementor with the sidebar
Overall the Elementor interface is very intuitive and most users are able to understand how it works fairly quickly. Once you know how to use Elementor you’ll be able to build out your website content fast and easily.
So which interface is better?
Both Divi and Elementor will take a little bit of practice to figure out. In general, Elementor is considered a little easier to learn than Divi and a little more beginner-friendly. However, Divi offers more customization options and more advanced features.
Try Elementor if you want something that is easier to use.
Try Divi if you want more creative control.
User interface preference is very subjective, so it’s going to come down to which one you prefer.
Divi vs Elementor Performance
In the past Elementor was the clear winner when it came to performance, and you may see some older Divi reviews talking about how it doesn’t perform as well. Then in 2021 Divi released a major update that completely changed how their page builder performs.
To be perfectly honest, if page speed is your top priority you should use the default WordPress block editor instead of a page builder. Page builders load a lot of additional files into your website, which will decrease the speed some. However, both Divi and Elementor can perform very well– especially if you are optimizing your content.
Divi Performance
Since Divi’s big update they are doing a few things that really help improve the performance of the page builder:
- File sizes have been dramatically reduced (but they are still a little larger than Elementor files)
- They automatically minify CSS and JavaScript to limit HTTP requests
Divi’s files are large because they offer so many customization options, and it’s a case where you are sacrificing a little performance for more creative control.
One downside of Divi’s performance is that it doesn’t generate ‘clean’ code. That means if you remove Divi from your site then it will leave behind shortcodes that you will have to manually get rid of. If you don’t plan on removing Divi then this won’t have any effect on your website.
Elementor Performance
Elementor has a reputation for being one of the best performing WordPress page builders available.
- The code is ‘clean’ – if you remove Elementor from your site it won’t leave behind shortcodes that need to be cleaned up
- The file sizes are small, which makes your pages load faster
Elementor does not automatically minify CSS and JavaScript the way Divi does, but if you install a performance optimization plugin (like Autoptimize or WP Rocket) you will be able to further improve Elementor’s performance.
So which performs better?
When it comes to performance, Elementor has a slight edge.
Elementor sites tend to load a little bit faster than Divi sites.
Both page builders have made great strides in improving their speed and performance, and you can get an excellent score on a page speed test with either page builder.
Divi vs Elementor Modules & Templates
Both Divi and Elementor have tons of modules available to help you create and customize content, and they both have large libraries of pre-made templates to inspire and fast track your website building process.
Let’s take a closer look at what each page builder offers-
Divi Modules & Templates
Divi divides its elements into 3 types: sections, rows, and modules.
- Sections are the largest containers
- Rows go inside sections and can be divided into columns
- Modules go in the rows and are the individual blocks of actual content (like text, buttons, forms, sliders, etc.)
Out-of-the-box there are 40+ modules for Divi. You can see the full list of modules available here.
If you don’t want to build a new page from scratch, Divi provides a huge library of over 1,900 pre-made templates. Divi regularly adds new templates to the library so there is an almost constant supply of new designs; you can preview their template library here. The templates are grouped into ‘layout packs’ for different styles of websites and each pack gives you several types of pages (like a homepage, contact page, landing page, etc.)
Elementor Modules & Templates
Elementor also divides its elements into 3 types: sections, columns, and widgets.
- Sections are the largest containers
- Columns go inside sections
- Widgets go in the columns and are the individual blocks of actual content (like text, buttons, forms, sliders, etc.)
How many widgets you have with Elementor depends on if you’re using the free version or the pro version. With the free version of Elementor there are 30+ basic widgets available. If you have the pro version of Elementor then you get the full library for a total of 60+ widgets to create content with. You can see all of Elementor’s widgets here.
Like Divi, Elementor also has a library of pre-made templates for you to use. Elementor divides templates into full page templates or smaller block templates that can be added to another page. Again, how many of these you have access to depends on which version of Elementor you have. With the free version you’ll have 40+ block templates and 30+ page templates. With Elementor Pro you’ll have access to 300+ templates. You can see the Elementor template library here.
So which has more modules and templates?
Divi has more modules than the free version of Elementor.
Elementor Pro has the most modules.
Divi has a lot more templates in their library for you to use.
Divi vs Elementor’s Special Features
It’s clear that Divi & Elementor have a lot in common, but they also both have some unique features that set them apart. Depending on what you need your website for, these unique features may be the deciding factor for you! So let’s take a closer look at what they both offer.
Divi’s Special Features
One thing that Divi does that none of the other page builders do is A/B testing. A/B testing is a split test; you can create multiple versions of your content to find out which variation gets the most interaction from your users. This information can provide critical performance indicators if you’re trying to fully optimize your content for conversion rates.
Divi will track user interaction on the different versions of your content and provide you with reports clearly outlining how well each variation performed with your audience.
Basically, for websites that are going to be selling products, have landing pages, or be business-focused, Divi’s A/B testing can deliver key information for your marketing plan.
Divi A/B Testing example
- a built-in role editor, which is very helpful if you will have multiple people working on your site
- conditional logic for the form modules
- and the ability to install Divi as a theme or as a plugin
Elementor’s Special Features
Elementor, on the other hand, includes a popup builder. With the Popup Builder you can create custom popups and put them anywhere on your site. These popups can be fly-ins, notification bars, full-screen overlays, etc.
These popups can be a great way to make announcements, promote specific content, or encourage your audience to sign up for your mailing list.
Elementor Popup Builder example
So which has better special features?
Overall, Divi has more special features than Elementor, but which features are best for you depends on the type of website you’re building.
Divi’s A/B testing is great for marketing research and ideal if your’re going to be optimizing your site content for conversions.
Being able to use Divi as your theme simplifies the setup process and means you won’t need to purchase an additional theme; it also ensures that you won’t have any compatibility issues between your theme and your page builder.
Elementor’s Popup Builder is great for lead generation and promoting specific content on your site or making announcements.
Divi vs Elementor Level of Support
The last thing we’re going to compare Divi & Elementor on is the level of support they both offer. Being able to get help when you’re stuck or something goes wrong can make a huge difference in the success of your website!
Divi Support
All Divi license holders have access to Elegant Themes’ 24/7 chat & email support. Having live chat support is a huge advantage for being able to solve any issues right away.
Divi also provides community support through their online forums, their detailed documentation, and their Facebook Group (that has over 70k members). Divi’s community is so active that they also have regular meetups for users around the world.
Elementor Support
The support offered by Elementor is still very good, even if it doesn’t quite match the level offered by Divi.
If you’re using the pro version of Elementor, then you have access to 24/7 email support through their tickets system. You can also check out the Elementor documentation.
However, the best place to get help with Elementor is often through their many Facebook groups. The main Elementor Facebook group has over 130k members and is for both the free and pro versions of Elementor. There is also a Facebook group for pro users.
So which has the best support?
Divi takes the win when it comes to better support. Their support is pretty unrivaled when it comes to WordPress page builders, and with such an active community you’ll always have tons of access to new ideas, 3rd-party extensions, and lightning-fast access to help if you need it.
The Final Verdict
We’ve covered a ton of information in our Divi vs Elementor comparison, but hopefully you’re starting to feel like one or the other is the right choice for your specific situation.
There really is no clear winner here. Both Divi and Elementor are great page builders, and the one that is better for you is going to depend on your needs and your preferences.
Use Divi If…
- Full creative control of your site is important
- You’re going to build more than one site
- Having the best support available is a priority
- You want your theme & page builder to be bundled
- You’re going to optimize content for conversions (for marketing, e-commerce, landing pages, etc.)
Use Elementor If…
- You want the easiest-to-learn page builder
- You’re on a tight budget and need a free builder
- Page speed is your priority
- You prefer a sidebar interface
- Popups for lead generation or content promotion are going to be important
