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Classic Widgets vs Card Block (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
Card Block

Card Block

0(0)

200 active installs

Free

Updated 5 years 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 200). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Widgets has accumulated 7.3M+ total downloads while Card Block has 4.4K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Widgets
◄
Card BlockN/A
Total Reviews
263Classic Widgets
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Card Block0
Active Installs
2.0M+Classic Widgets
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Card Block200
Total Downloads
7.3M+Classic Widgets
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Card Block4.4K+
Support Resolution
25%Classic Widgets
Card BlockN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Widgets
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Card Block5 years ago
First Released
2021Classic Widgets
Card Block2019
Age
5 yearsClassic Widgets
Card Block7 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Widgets
Card Block5.0+
PHP Requires
5.6+Classic Widgets
Card Block5.2.4+
Business Model
FreeClassic Widgets
Card BlockFree
Latest Version
0.3Classic Widgets
Card Block1.0

Rating Breakdown

Classic Widgets

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

Card Block

0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

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.

Card Block Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Widgets or Card Block more popular?
Classic Widgets has 2.0M+ active installations while Card Block has 200. Classic Widgets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Widgets or Card Block?
Classic Widgets has a 4.9/5 rating from 263 reviews, while Card Block has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Classic Widgets and Card Block free?
Classic Widgets is free and Card Block is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Widgets or Card Block?
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?
Classic Widgets was last updated 3 months ago and Card Block was last updated 5 years ago.

Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.