Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress vs Alkane Code (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
3.3(7)
60 active installs
Free
Updated 9 years ago
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Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress has a higher user rating (3.3/5 from 7 reviews) and leads in active installations (60 vs 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress has accumulated 7.1K+ total downloads while Alkane Code has 20K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress | Alkane Code | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.3/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 7 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 60 | ◄ | 10 |
| Total Downloads | 7.1K+ | ► | 20K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 9 years ago | ► | 3 years ago |
| First Released | 2014 | 2019 | |
| Age | 12 years | 7 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.5.0+ | 3.9+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | 5.6+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.1.1 | 1.0.9 |
Rating
3.3/5Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
◄Alkane CodeN/A
Total Reviews
7Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
◄Alkane Code0
Active Installs
60Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
◄Alkane Code10
Total Downloads
7.1K+Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
►Alkane Code20K+
Support Resolution
N/APrism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane CodeN/A
Last Updated
9 years agoPrism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
►Alkane Code3 years ago
First Released
2014Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane Code2019
Age
12 yearsPrism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane Code7 years
WP Requires
3.5.0+Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane Code3.9+
PHP Requires
false+Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane Code5.6+
Business Model
FreePrism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane CodeFree
Latest Version
1.1.1Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
Alkane Code1.0.9
Rating Breakdown
Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress
3.3/5(7 reviews)
5
57%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
43%
Alkane Code
0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress or Alkane Code more popular?
Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress has 60 active installations while Alkane Code has 10. Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress or Alkane Code?
Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress has a 3.3/5 rating from 7 reviews, while Alkane Code has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress and Alkane Code free?
Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress is free and Alkane Code is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress or Alkane Code?
Support resolution data is not available for all plugins. Check each plugin's WordPress.org support forum for current response quality.
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Prism Syntax Highlighter for WordPress was last updated 9 years ago and Alkane Code was last updated 3 years ago.
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