# Sampler Theme

> Sampler WordPress theme by UXL Themes: 50+ active installs, last updated 4 years ago. Health score 32/100, features and similar themes.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Sampler shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

Looking to sample full site editing? Check out the Sampler block theme with customizable templates, colors and global styles, along with block patterns and styles such as the easily switchable header and footer patterns. Sampler is designed to work with and extend the default WordPress color palette and font sizes, and comes bundled with page and post templates including a single post with featured image template.

## Key facts

- **Active installs:** 50+
- **Downloads:** 5,528
- **Rating:** —
- **Health score:** 32/100
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** Jul 4, 2022
- **Author:** UXL Themes
- **Demo:** https://wp-themes.com/sampler/

## Similar themes

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [FSE Educational Courses](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/fse-educational-courses/) | 30+ | — | Oct 15, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 2 | [Online Newspaper Plus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/online-newspaper-plus/) | 20+ | — | Oct 15, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 3 | [Car Dealer WDA](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/car-dealer-wda/) | <10 | — | Oct 10, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 4 | [WPBlockfolio](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/wpblockfolio/) | <10 | — | Oct 9, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 5 | [Alpha Charity](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/alpha-charity/) | <10 | — | Oct 12, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 6 | [Car Dealer Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/car-dealer-blocks/) | 20+ | — | Oct 9, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 7 | [Miles WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/miles-wp/) | 70+ | — | Oct 9, 2026 | 57/100 |
| 8 | [Rubik Mag](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/rubik-mag/) | 30+ | — | Oct 7, 2026 | 56/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Sampler a good WordPress theme in 2026?
Sampler shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

### How many sites use Sampler?
Sampler is active on 50+ websites and has been downloaded 5,528 times.

### Is Sampler a block theme?
Yes. Sampler supports full site editing, so you can edit headers, footers and templates visually in the WordPress Site Editor.

### What themes are similar to Sampler?
Popular alternatives include FSE Educational Courses, Online Newspaper Plus and Car Dealer WDA.


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