Geolocation vs Google Maps Hyperlink (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
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Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Geolocation has a higher user rating (3.9/5 from 11 reviews) and leads in active installations (400 vs 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. Geolocation has accumulated 41K+ total downloads while Google Maps Hyperlink has 1.9K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Geolocation | Google Maps Hyperlink | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3.9/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 11 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 400 | ◄ | 10 |
| Total Downloads | 41K+ | ◄ | 1.9K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 10 months ago | ◄ | 6 years ago |
| First Released | 2010 | 2011 | |
| Age | 16 years | 15 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.0+ | 2.5+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.3+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.9.7 | 1.0 |
Rating
3.9/5Geolocation
◄Google Maps HyperlinkN/A
Total Reviews
11Geolocation
◄Google Maps Hyperlink0
Active Installs
400Geolocation
◄Google Maps Hyperlink10
Total Downloads
41K+Geolocation
◄Google Maps Hyperlink1.9K+
Support Resolution
N/AGeolocation
Google Maps HyperlinkN/A
Last Updated
10 months agoGeolocation
◄Google Maps Hyperlink6 years ago
First Released
2010Geolocation
Google Maps Hyperlink2011
Age
16 yearsGeolocation
Google Maps Hyperlink15 years
WP Requires
6.0+Geolocation
Google Maps Hyperlink2.5+
PHP Requires
7.3+Geolocation
Google Maps Hyperlinkfalse+
Business Model
FreeGeolocation
Google Maps HyperlinkFree
Latest Version
1.9.7Geolocation
Google Maps Hyperlink1.0
Rating Breakdown
Geolocation
3.9/5(11 reviews)
5
73%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
27%
Google Maps Hyperlink
0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Geolocation or Google Maps Hyperlink more popular?
Geolocation has 400 active installations while Google Maps Hyperlink has 10. Geolocation is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Geolocation or Google Maps Hyperlink?
Geolocation has a 3.9/5 rating from 11 reviews, while Google Maps Hyperlink has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Geolocation and Google Maps Hyperlink free?
Geolocation is free and Google Maps Hyperlink is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Geolocation or Google Maps Hyperlink?
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?
Geolocation was last updated 10 months ago and Google Maps Hyperlink was last updated 6 years ago.
Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.