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BootstrapMade vs ThemeForest

Both stand on website templates. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

BootstrapMade

Free plan Web

BootstrapMade combines downloadable themes with a builder for editing and exporting site projects. Check the license restrictions and plan term before choosing between personal and commercial use.

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ThemeForest offers a broad catalog for different site platforms and project types, with item-by-item licensing rather than subscription access. Check each item's license, price, and support terms before buying.

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The facts

	BootstrapMade	ThemeForest
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	API, Web
Lowest paid plan	Premium Plan - Annual Access: $99 a year	Free or on request
Plans published	3	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	bootstrapmade.com	themeforest.net
On website templates	#2 of 16	#6 of 16

BootstrapMade: what it does well

Free themes are available.
Templates are described as responsive across browsers.
Builder supports multi-page projects and exports.
Paid plans permit commercial and client projects.
Premium includes email support.

What to know first

Free license requires footer credit.
Free license excludes client work and support.
Each license covers one developer.
Templates and builder projects cannot be resold or mass redistributed.

ThemeForest: what it does well

Catalog includes themes and templates for multiple platforms.
Templates cover eCommerce and responsive designs.
Free Envato account provides access to Envato Market sites.
API includes account data and search features.

What to know first

Purchases are licensed per item for one site.
Prices vary by item and license.
Author support is optional and may cost extra.
Purchased items may not remain available.

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