DocumentCloud vs WP Docs (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, WP Docs has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 17 reviews) while DocumentCloud leads in active installations (1.0K+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. DocumentCloud has accumulated 48K+ total downloads while WP Docs has 61K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | DocumentCloud | WP Docs | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4/5 | ► | 4.8/5 |
| Total Reviews | 1 | ► | 17 |
| Active Installs | 1.0K+ | 1.0K+ | |
| Total Downloads | 48K+ | ► | 61K+ |
| Support Resolution | 0% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 6 months ago | ► | 3 weeks ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2016 | |
| Age | 11 years | 10 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.0+ | 3.5+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 0.7.0 | 2.3.0 |
Rating Breakdown
DocumentCloud
WP Docs
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, DocumentCloud averaged approximately 52 daily downloads while WP Docs averaged 38.
Recent Reviews
DocumentCloud Reviews
Conflicts with WP Rocket 2.6.6 and 2.6.7
There’s apparently no legacy support for Navis DocumentCloud shortcodes, even though Navis says there is. DocumentCloud is, of course, silent on the issue. Thanks so very, very much. [Update: Monday,
WP Docs Reviews
Great Plugin and Amazing Support
This plugin is a lifesaver for anyone left hanging after the Memphis Docs stopped being supported. It will automatically migrate all your memphis docs into WP-Docs. It is a simple but effective doc
Good support
Glad this plugin replaced Memphis docs. Good support from Fahad Mahmood
Support and Pro Version
Fahad too great care to troubleshoot with me and fix the issues we had. He spent 2.5 hours working through and understanding our problems and fixed them. Looking forward to the multi-select and import
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