Beaver Builder Lite vs Paid

What’s the Difference?

If you're just starting out with Beaver Builder, you might have installed the Lite version from the WordPress plugin directory - and that’s a great way to test the waters.

But sooner or later, you’ll probably ask: Should I upgrade to the paid version?
And more importantly, what do I get if I do?

In this article, we’ll break down the key differences between Beaver Builder Lite and the Paid (Standard/Pro/Agency) versions, so you can decide which one suits your needs.

What Is Beaver Builder Lite?

What’s Included in Beaver Builder Lite?

Here’s what you get with the free version:

✅ Front-end drag-and-drop page builder
✅ Ability to edit Pages (not Posts by default)
✅ Basic column and row layout system
✅ Responsive design controls
✅ A small selection of modules, including:

– Text Editor
– Photo
– Video
– HTML
– Button
– Heading
– Separator
– Sidebar
– Audio

It’s enough to create simple but functional pages - but you’ll hit limits quickly if you want more advanced layouts or styling options.

What Does the Paid Version Include?

Upgrading unlocks the full power of Beaver Builder, including all modules, templates, and theme-building tools.

Here’s what you get when you go Pro:

🌟 Additional Modules
Access 25+ modules including:

Slideshow
Gallery
Testimonials
Call to Action
Contact Form
Posts Carousel
Pricing Table
Countdown
Map
Subscribe Form
Content Slider
…and more.

🌟 Pre-made Templates
Dozens of page templates and content sections you can customise and reuse. Great for speeding up your builds.

🌟 Saved Rows, Columns and Modules
Create reusable layout parts and insert them anywhere on your site.

🌟 Global Rows & Modules
Update a section once, and it updates everywhere it’s used - ideal for banners, CTAs, or site-wide messaging.

🌟 Themer Compatibility (with paid add-on)
Design headers, footers, archive pages, WooCommerce templates and more.

🌟 Supports Posts, Custom Post Types and WooCommerce
Not just static pages - edit all types of content.

🌟 White Labelling (Agency plan)
Rebrand Beaver Builder if you're building sites for clients.

🌟 Premium Support & Updates
One year of support and updates included, plus access to the Beaver Builder team’s support portal.

Feature Comparison Table

Feature	Lite Version	Paid Version (Standard+)
Front-end Builder	✅	✅
Core Modules	✅	✅
Advanced Modules	❌	✅
Pre-made Templates	❌	✅
Save & Reuse Rows/Modules	❌	✅
Global Content	❌	✅
Posts & Custom Post Type Editing	❌	✅
WooCommerce Support	❌	✅
Themer Add-on Support	❌	✅ (with add-on)
White Labelling	❌	✅ (Agency only)
Support & Updates	❌ (community only)	✅

Common Questions

Who Is the Lite Version For?

Who Should Upgrade?

Can I edit posts with Beaver Builder?

Final Thoughts

Beaver Builder Lite is a brilliant introduction, but the paid version unlocks serious time-saving features and design flexibility. If you're planning to build out a full site - or work on multiple sites - it’s absolutely worth the upgrade.

Start with Lite, get comfortable, then move up when you're ready.

Want to see the full version in action? Watch our Beaver Builder Pro demo and see what it can really do.

Joe's Top Tips

Try out Lite first to get a feel for the interface

Look through the module list to see what you’ll unlock

Upgrade before your build gets too big, so you can reuse content from the start

If you build sites for clients, the time you save easily covers the licence cost