Advanced Custom Fields: Extended vs Admin Columns (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Advanced Custom Fields: Extended
100K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Admin Columns has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 1,650 reviews) while Advanced Custom Fields: Extended leads in active installations (100K+ vs 100K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Advanced Custom Fields: Extended has accumulated 2.4M+ total downloads while Admin Columns has 3.1M+. Admin Columns has a higher support resolution rate (100% vs 0%).
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Advanced Custom Fields: Extended | Admin Columns | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ► | 4.9/5 |
| Total Reviews | 132 | ► | 1,650 |
| Active Installs | 100K+ | 100K+ | |
| Total Downloads | 2.4M+ | ► | 3.1M+ |
| Support Resolution | 0% | ► | 100% |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ► | 4 days ago |
| First Released | 2019 | 2011 | |
| Age | 7 years | 15 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.9+ | 5.9+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.6+ | 7.4+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free + Premium | |
| Latest Version | 0.9.2.3 | 7.0.14 |
Rating Breakdown
Advanced Custom Fields: Extended
Admin Columns
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Advanced Custom Fields: Extended averaged approximately 716 daily downloads while Admin Columns averaged 2,066.
Recent Reviews
Advanced Custom Fields: Extended Reviews
Effortless Gutenberg Block Creation
We love the simplicity of using Advanced Custom Fields: Extended to build custom Gutenberg blocks. It offers powerful features and seamless integration, making it easier than ever to create dynamic co
Excellent Support
Both times when I needed support, Konrad was quick to point out the cause and provide detailed explanation and solution. The plugin is awesome but what stands out is the support quality. It gives me c
Excellent support
Great, detailed support from Konrad on my very specific issue.
Admin Columns Reviews
Great plugin
Simply great!
Nice to see what you want to see
I’m not sure why this isn’t something available by default without the need for a plugin. But since it isn’t, it is nice to be able to add it back in where it belongs.
Top
Très bon plugin
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