Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… vs AR for WordPress (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic…
3.0K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, AR for WordPress has a higher user rating (4.6/5 from 10 reviews) while Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… leads in active installations (3.0K+ vs 400). Both are free WordPress plugins. Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… has accumulated 60K+ total downloads while AR for WordPress has 42K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… | AR for WordPress | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 | ► | 4.6/5 |
| Total Reviews | 8 | ► | 10 |
| Active Installs | 3.0K+ | ◄ | 400 |
| Total Downloads | 60K+ | ◄ | 42K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 week ago | ◄ | 3 weeks ago |
| First Released | 2021 | 2017 | |
| Age | 5 years | 9 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.3+ | 5.5+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.1+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.6.0 | 8.34 |
Rating Breakdown
Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic…
AR for WordPress
Download Trends
Recent Reviews
Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… Reviews
Improved after feedback
It looks fine for a panorama picture but does not have settings for a flat view of a wide image unless I’m missing something. EDIT: The developer Abu has been brilliant and is working on a fix so this
Nice effect and easy to use
An excellent solution that is easy to use.
Free version works well, might need a little polishing…
The excellent news is that this plugin works. It’s simple to use: upload a 360º image to the Media Library, assign it to a Panorama, and then place a shortcut somewhere in the middle of your article,
AR for WordPress Reviews
No reviews yet
More Plugins Worth Comparing
Top alternatives in the same category as Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… and AR for WordPress
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… or AR for WordPress more popular?
Which has better ratings — Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… or AR for WordPress?
Are Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… and AR for WordPress free?
Which plugin has better support — Panorama – 360 Virtual Tour, Panoramic… or AR for WordPress?
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.