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Classic Widgets vs Classic Editor and Classic Widgets (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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Classic Editor and Classic Widgets

Classic Editor and Classic Widgets

5(5)

20K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 week ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Classic Editor and Classic Widgets has a higher user rating (5/5 from 5 reviews) while Classic Widgets leads in active installations (2.0M+ vs 20K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Widgets has accumulated 7.3M+ total downloads while Classic Editor and Classic Widgets has 291K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Widgets
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Classic Editor and Classic Widgets5/5
Total Reviews
263Classic Widgets
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Classic Editor and Classic Widgets5
Active Installs
2.0M+Classic Widgets
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Classic Editor and Classic Widgets20K+
Total Downloads
7.3M+Classic Widgets
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Classic Editor and Classic Widgets291K+
Support Resolution
25%Classic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic WidgetsN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Widgets
►
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets1 week ago
First Released
2021Classic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets2021
Age
5 yearsClassic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets5 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets4.9+
PHP Requires
5.6+Classic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets5.6+
Business Model
FreeClassic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic WidgetsFree
Latest Version
0.3Classic Widgets
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets1.5.1

Rating Breakdown

Classic Widgets

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

Classic Editor and Classic Widgets

5/5(5 reviews)
5
100%
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.

Classic Editor and Classic Widgets Reviews

by byzgl

Works well!

Good job. Thanks.

by GoodVine

Good plugin

It works. Advanced Editor Tools works with this plugin

by SomniumLucidus

Perfect.

Just what I needed, a plugin that would take care of both nuisances. Well done!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Widgets or Classic Editor and Classic Widgets more popular?
Classic Widgets has 2.0M+ active installations while Classic Editor and Classic Widgets has 20K+. Classic Widgets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Widgets or Classic Editor and Classic Widgets?
Classic Widgets has a 4.9/5 rating from 263 reviews, while Classic Editor and Classic Widgets has a 5/5 rating from 5 reviews.
Are Classic Widgets and Classic Editor and Classic Widgets free?
Classic Widgets is free and Classic Editor and Classic Widgets is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Widgets or Classic Editor and Classic Widgets?
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 Classic Editor and Classic Widgets was last updated 1 week ago.

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