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Redux Framework vs Dashboard Message (2026)

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

Redux Framework

Redux Framework

4.4(273)

1.0M+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 week ago
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VS
Dashboard Message

Dashboard Message

0(0)

20 active installs

Free

Updated 15 years ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Redux Framework has a higher user rating (4.4/5 from 273 reviews) and leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 20). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Dashboard Message has 4.5K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Dashboard MessageN/A
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Dashboard Message0
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Dashboard Message20
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
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Dashboard Message4.5K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Dashboard MessageN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
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Dashboard Message15 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Dashboard Message2010
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Dashboard Message16 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Dashboard Message2.0.2+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Dashboard Messagefalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Dashboard MessageFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Dashboard Message1.0

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

4.4/5(273 reviews)
5
82%
4
3%
3
1%
2
2%
1
13%

Dashboard Message

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

Recent Reviews

Redux Framework Reviews

by Rena

Pretty Solid Framework

Used it in a few projects, and it works well overall. Lots of options and pretty flexible. Setup took a bit of time at first, but once you get it, things become easy. tnx devs for the work.

by Irina

Great plugin!

Excellent and useful plugin!

by masoud4x4

Translation Issue

Hi Redux Framework team,I’m using Redux Framework for my theme (Liberty), but I’m really frustrated with its translation support, especially after WordPress 6.7 and later updates (I’m on 6.8). My

Dashboard Message Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Dashboard Message more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Dashboard Message has 20. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Dashboard Message?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Dashboard Message has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Dashboard Message free?
Redux Framework is free and Dashboard Message is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Dashboard Message?
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?
Redux Framework was last updated 1 week ago and Dashboard Message was last updated 15 years ago.

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