# Magazine Basic Theme

> Magazine Basic WordPress theme by bandicootmarketing: 1K+ active installs, 3.7/5 rating, last updated 10 years ago. Health score 41/100, features and similar themes.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Magazine Basic shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.

Create a truly unique design with Magazine Basic, a lightweight and fully responsive HTML5 theme based on the Gridiculous boilerplate. Use the Customizer to add your own background, page layout, site width and more. Distinguish each post with one of the eight supported post formats, such as: Video, Image, Aside, Status, Audio, Quote, Link and Gallery. Install JetPack to display each of your galleries through a tiled view and jQuery carousel. Compatible with bbPress & BuddyPress. Built using…

## Key facts

- **Active installs:** 1K+
- **Downloads:** 660,903
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 (15)
- **Health score:** 41/100
- **Version:** 3.0.8
- **Last updated:** Mar 8, 2017
- **Author:** bandicootmarketing
- **Demo:** https://wp-themes.com/magazine-basic/

## Similar themes

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Zenvora](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/zenvora/) | 10+ | — | Oct 6, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 2 | [Journal Book](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/journal-book/) | 80+ | — | Aug 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 3 | [The Paper Blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/the-paper-blog/) | 100+ | — | Aug 12, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 4 | [Roid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/roid/) | 100+ | — | Aug 3, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 5 | [Ianus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/ianus/) | 60+ | — | Jul 15, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 6 | [Photography Journal](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/photography-journal/) | 200+ | — | Jun 7, 2026 | 48/100 |
| 7 | [Prism Magazine](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/prism-magazine/) | 80+ | — | May 17, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 8 | [Nox Blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/nox-blog/) | 100+ | — | Apr 12, 2026 | 41/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Magazine Basic a good WordPress theme in 2026?
Magazine Basic shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.

### How many sites use Magazine Basic?
Magazine Basic is active on 1K+ websites and has been downloaded 660,903 times.

### What themes are similar to Magazine Basic?
Popular alternatives include Zenvora, Journal Book and The Paper Blog.


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