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Shortcode in Menus vs Responsive Navigation Block (2026)

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

Shortcode in Menus

Shortcode in Menus

4.7(82)

50K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 month ago
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Responsive Navigation Block

Responsive Navigation Block

5(5)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 6 months ago
View Responsive Navigation Block

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Responsive Navigation Block has a higher user rating (5/5 from 5 reviews) while Shortcode in Menus leads in active installations (50K+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Shortcode in Menus has accumulated 502K+ total downloads while Responsive Navigation Block has 9.9K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.7/5Shortcode in Menus
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Responsive Navigation Block5/5
Total Reviews
82Shortcode in Menus
◄
Responsive Navigation Block5
Active Installs
50K+Shortcode in Menus
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Responsive Navigation Block1.0K+
Total Downloads
502K+Shortcode in Menus
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Responsive Navigation Block9.9K+
Support Resolution
N/AShortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation BlockN/A
Last Updated
1 month agoShortcode in Menus
◄
Responsive Navigation Block6 months ago
First Released
2013Shortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation Block2024
Age
13 yearsShortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation Block2 years
WP Requires
3.6+Shortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation Block6.5+
PHP Requires
5.6+Shortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation Blockfalse+
Business Model
FreeShortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation BlockFree
Latest Version
3.5.1Shortcode in Menus
Responsive Navigation Block1.0.10

Rating Breakdown

Shortcode in Menus

4.7/5(82 reviews)
5
90%
4
2%
3
0%
2
1%
1
6%

Responsive Navigation Block

5/5(5 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Recent Reviews

Shortcode in Menus Reviews

by andrebell82

‘Please provide a valid link.’

Interesting concept but adding the shortcode to the link as the images show generates a wordpress error: ‘Please provide a valid link.’ So, unfortunately, cannot add the shortcode to nav bar as the ex

by Namaste

Please don’t let this plugin die..

I kindly ask the developers to maintain this plugin updated… please 🙂

by madbirdesign

Didn’t work for me

Didn’t work in shortcode menu item or custom link.

Responsive Navigation Block Reviews

by evelec

Responsive thanks!

Many thanks for your good plugin!

by Yan

Should be native!

Great plugin, which definitely should be part of WP core. I can’t understand that WP still doesn’t ship with a proper mobile menu. Are we living in the 80’s???

by Display Only

Super useful

Super useful menu navigation for different device, I am always struggle

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shortcode in Menus or Responsive Navigation Block more popular?
Shortcode in Menus has 50K+ active installations while Responsive Navigation Block has 1.0K+. Shortcode in Menus is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Shortcode in Menus or Responsive Navigation Block?
Shortcode in Menus has a 4.7/5 rating from 82 reviews, while Responsive Navigation Block has a 5/5 rating from 5 reviews.
Are Shortcode in Menus and Responsive Navigation Block free?
Shortcode in Menus is free and Responsive Navigation Block is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Shortcode in Menus or Responsive Navigation 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?
Shortcode in Menus was last updated 1 month ago and Responsive Navigation Block was last updated 6 months ago.

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