Classic Widgets vs Bold Page Builder (2026)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.

Classic Widgets

Classic Widgets

4.9(263)

2.0M+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 months ago
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VS
Bold Page Builder

Bold Page Builder

3.6(66)

50K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 week ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Classic Widgets has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 263 reviews) and leads in active installations (2.0M+ vs 50K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Widgets has accumulated 7.3M+ total downloads while Bold Page Builder has 2.7M+. Classic Widgets has a higher support resolution rate (25% vs 0%).

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder3.6/5
Total Reviews
263Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder66
Active Installs
2.0M+Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder50K+
Total Downloads
7.3M+Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder2.7M+
Support Resolution
25%Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder0%
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Widgets
Bold Page Builder1 week ago
First Released
2021Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder2017
Age
5 yearsClassic Widgets
Bold Page Builder9 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder5.0+
PHP Requires
5.6+Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builderfalse+
Business Model
FreeClassic Widgets
Bold Page BuilderFree
Latest Version
0.3Classic Widgets
Bold Page Builder5.7.1

Rating Breakdown

Classic Widgets

4.9/5(263 reviews)
5
96%
4
1%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%

Bold Page Builder

3.6/5(66 reviews)
5
53%
4
8%
3
6%
2
9%
1
24%

Recent Reviews

Classic Widgets Reviews

by kinseykinsey

Works Like Before

Does exactly what I needed. Brought back the old widget system without any issues. Super easy to use, no extra setup needed. tnx to devs, saved my time 👍

by Tavian Hayes

Old Widgets Back

Installed Classic Widgets cz I prefer the old widget screen. Works exactly like before and keeps things simple. No confusion with block widgets anymore. Really glad this exists. Tnkz devs!

by jrulcova

Great and very helpful plugin

Great widget plugin. The widgets are flexible, easy to style, and they do not slow down the site.

Bold Page Builder Reviews

by swapnil1234

Slider is not responsive

In your theme, you want us to use your builder, but it has very limited options when compared with WPBakery or Elementor. 1. In your theme Industrial, the homepage slider is not responsive. There is n

by Fausto

El mejor maquetador

Posiblemente el mejor maquetador de WordPress, al menos así me lo parece por su facilidad, rapidez y usabilidad, encima es gratuito. Ágilmente puedes copiar y pegar varios modulos, incopora IA y es un

by Yahya Deved Wordpress

Very limited

the builder is very limited, I had a horrible experience with it. This topic was modified 1 year ago by Yahya Deved Wordpress.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Widgets or Bold Page Builder more popular?
Classic Widgets has 2.0M+ active installations while Bold Page Builder has 50K+. Classic Widgets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Widgets or Bold Page Builder?
Classic Widgets has a 4.9/5 rating from 263 reviews, while Bold Page Builder has a 3.6/5 rating from 66 reviews.
Are Classic Widgets and Bold Page Builder free?
Classic Widgets is free and Bold Page Builder is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Widgets or Bold Page Builder?
As of April 2026, Classic Widgets has a 25% support resolution rate while Bold Page Builder has a 0% rate.
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Classic Widgets was last updated 3 months ago and Bold Page Builder was last updated 1 week ago.

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