Kirki Customizer Framework vs BlossomThemes Toolkit (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Kirki Customizer Framework
500K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, BlossomThemes Toolkit has a higher user rating (5/5 from 6 reviews) while Kirki Customizer Framework leads in active installations (500K+ vs 30K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Kirki Customizer Framework has accumulated 12M+ total downloads while BlossomThemes Toolkit has 945K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Kirki Customizer Framework | BlossomThemes Toolkit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 78 | ◄ | 6 |
| Active Installs | 500K+ | ◄ | 30K+ |
| Total Downloads | 12M+ | ◄ | 945K+ |
| Support Resolution | 60% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ◄ | 10 months ago |
| First Released | 2014 | 2017 | |
| Age | 12 years | 9 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.3+ | 4.4.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.4+ | 7.4+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 5.2.2 | 2.2.7 |
Rating Breakdown
Kirki Customizer Framework
BlossomThemes Toolkit
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Kirki Customizer Framework averaged approximately 3,057 daily downloads while BlossomThemes Toolkit averaged 86.
Recent Reviews
Kirki Customizer Framework Reviews
Version 5.1.1, no corresponding ChangeLog update.
I’d like to know the specific changes that are being applied to my website with each plugin update. It seams that the author forgot to add a corresponding changelog entry for the version 5.1.1 update
Great plugin!
Great plugin!
Slider Not working
I migrated a domain / new client that had kirki customizer slider – doesn’t look like it’s been working for quite some time. No updates to php/plugins/WP or otherwise was able to fix this issue – Fina
BlossomThemes Toolkit Reviews
buen plugin
Ayuda a gestionar mas rápido tu sitio
Absolutely amazing theme
I have nothing bad to say about this theme, it’s beautiful perfect for some many types of website. I love it, I love the full width and guttenberg ready. It’s just so great! thank you!
Great Support
Very responsive and clear support.
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