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Easy Google Maps vs Map Block for Google Maps (2026)

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

Easy Google Maps

Easy Google Maps

4.6(252)

20K+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 days ago
View Easy Google Maps
VS
Map Block for Google Maps

Map Block for Google Maps

4.6(21)

20K+ active installs

Free

Updated 4 months ago
View Map Block for Google Maps

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Easy Google Maps has a higher user rating (4.6/5 from 252 reviews) and leads in active installations (20K+ vs 20K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Easy Google Maps has accumulated 1.4M+ total downloads while Map Block for Google Maps has 234K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.6/5Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps4.6/5
Total Reviews
252Easy Google Maps
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Map Block for Google Maps21
Active Installs
20K+Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps20K+
Total Downloads
1.4M+Easy Google Maps
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Map Block for Google Maps234K+
Support Resolution
0%Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google MapsN/A
Last Updated
3 days agoEasy Google Maps
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Map Block for Google Maps4 months ago
First Released
2015Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps2018
Age
11 yearsEasy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps8 years
WP Requires
false+Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps4.9+
PHP Requires
false+Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps5.2+
Business Model
FreeEasy Google Maps
Map Block for Google MapsFree
Latest Version
1.12.1Easy Google Maps
Map Block for Google Maps1.35

Rating Breakdown

Easy Google Maps

4.6/5(252 reviews)
5
85%
4
4%
3
2%
2
2%
1
6%

Map Block for Google Maps

4.6/5(21 reviews)
5
76%
4
14%
3
5%
2
0%
1
5%

Recent Reviews

Easy Google Maps Reviews

by djokor

Gute Unterstützung

Die Karte konnte nicht geladen werden. Es stellte sich heraus, dass die Website bereits eine integrierte Google Map im Theme hatte, die das Laden des Plugins verhinderte. Sie haben mir auch geholfen,

by packi93

Good idea, but this plugin has some bugs

In general this plugin is good, but unfortunately I found some bugs and irritating things. This topic was modified 2 years, 8 months ago by packi93.

by sparkerman

API link broken

Link for instructions on how to get an API key is broken.

Map Block for Google Maps Reviews

by Steve P (UK)

Fast response

I had a problem with the API being rejected. Although it resolved itself, it was good to see that the Dev responded to my post really quickly! Thanks!

by akjiainc

How to fill in longitude and latitude to locate the correct location.

How to fill in longitude and latitude to locate the correct location？

by xjmwfwa

Easy to use

Very easy to use and simple plugin for maps

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Easy Google Maps or Map Block for Google Maps more popular?
Easy Google Maps has 20K+ active installations while Map Block for Google Maps has 20K+. Map Block for Google Maps is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Easy Google Maps or Map Block for Google Maps?
Easy Google Maps has a 4.6/5 rating from 252 reviews, while Map Block for Google Maps has a 4.6/5 rating from 21 reviews.
Are Easy Google Maps and Map Block for Google Maps free?
Easy Google Maps is free and Map Block for Google Maps is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Easy Google Maps or Map Block for Google Maps?
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?
Easy Google Maps was last updated 3 days ago and Map Block for Google Maps was last updated 4 months ago.

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