# Basic Starter Dev Theme

> Basic Starter Dev WordPress theme by Kirtikumar Solanki: 40+ active installs, last updated 8 months ago. Health score 40/100, features and similar themes.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Basic Starter Dev shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.

A clean and minimal starter WordPress theme built for easy customization and scalability.

## Key facts

- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Downloads:** 791
- **Rating:** —
- **Health score:** 40/100
- **Version:** 1.2.4
- **Last updated:** Jan 18, 2026
- **Author:** Kirtikumar Solanki
- **Demo:** https://wp-themes.com/basic-starter-dev/

## Similar themes

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Factory Industry Lite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/factory-industry-lite/) | <10 | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 2 | [Computer Repair Work](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/computer-repair-work/) | <10 | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 3 | [Studio Dark](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/studio-dark/) | <10 | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 4 | [Brise](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/brise/) | <10 | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 5 | [NewsNova](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/newsnova/) | <10 | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 6 | [NewsCell](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/newscell/) | 10+ | — | Sep 27, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 7 | [Drishya](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/drishya/) | <10 | — | Sep 27, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 8 | [WENS Vista](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/wens-vista/) | <10 | — | Sep 26, 2026 | 53/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is the Basic Starter Dev theme free?
Yes. Basic Starter Dev is a free theme from the official WordPress.org theme directory, reviewed by the WordPress Themes Team before listing.

### Is Basic Starter Dev a good WordPress theme in 2026?
Basic Starter Dev shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.

### How many sites use Basic Starter Dev?
Basic Starter Dev is active on 40+ websites and has been downloaded 791 times.

### What themes are similar to Basic Starter Dev?
Popular alternatives include Factory Industry Lite, Computer Repair Work and Studio Dark.


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