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Classic Widgets vs Classic Widgets with Block-based 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 Widgets with Block-based Widgets

Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets

0(0)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 11 months 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 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Widgets has accumulated 7.3M+ total downloads while Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets has 9.1K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Widgets
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Classic Widgets with Block-based WidgetsN/A
Total Reviews
263Classic Widgets
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Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets0
Active Installs
2.0M+Classic Widgets
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Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets1.0K+
Total Downloads
7.3M+Classic Widgets
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Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets9.1K+
Support Resolution
25%Classic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based WidgetsN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Widgets
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Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets11 months ago
First Released
2021Classic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets2022
Age
5 yearsClassic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets4 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets5.8+
PHP Requires
5.6+Classic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets7.0+
Business Model
FreeClassic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based WidgetsFree
Latest Version
0.3Classic Widgets
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets1.0.1

Rating Breakdown

Classic Widgets

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

Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets

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.

Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Widgets or Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets more popular?
Classic Widgets has 2.0M+ active installations while Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets has 1.0K+. Classic Widgets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Widgets or Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets?
Classic Widgets has a 4.9/5 rating from 263 reviews, while Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Classic Widgets and Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets free?
Classic Widgets is free and Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Widgets or Classic Widgets with Block-based 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 Widgets with Block-based Widgets was last updated 11 months ago.

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