# utility Theme

> utility WordPress theme by Kapil Chugh: 50+ active installs, last updated 14 years ago. Health score 32/100, features and similar themes.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** utility shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 14 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

A Free WordPress theme designed by blitzthemes.com is stylish, customizable, simple, and readable. It has 3 widget areas, theme options, custom menu, slider, a photoblogging layout, news-ticker, dynamic header for custom logo, custom background and featured images (thumbnails for gallery posts and custom size images for posts).

## Key facts

- **Active installs:** 50+
- **Downloads:** 38,381
- **Rating:** —
- **Health score:** 32/100
- **Version:** 1.2.1
- **Last updated:** Jul 7, 2012
- **Author:** Kapil Chugh
- **Demo:** https://wp-themes.com/utility/

## Similar themes

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Melos Creative](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/melos-creative/) | 80+ | — | Feb 24, 2026 | 41/100 |
| 2 | [Melos Business](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/melos-business/) | 100+ | — | Feb 24, 2026 | 41/100 |
| 3 | [Oberon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/oberon/) | 100+ | — | Aug 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 4 | [The Bootstrap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/themes/the-bootstrap/) | 300+ | 4.5/5 (18) | Jul 24, 2025 | 46/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is utility a good WordPress theme in 2026?
utility shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 14 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

### How many sites use utility?
utility is active on 50+ websites and has been downloaded 38,381 times.

### What themes are similar to utility?
Popular alternatives include Melos Creative, Melos Business and Oberon.


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