PDF Embedder vs Layoutist (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, PDF Embedder has a higher user rating (4.7/5 from 480 reviews) and leads in active installations (300K+ vs 0). Both are free WordPress plugins. PDF Embedder has accumulated 5.0M+ total downloads while Layoutist has 1.0K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | PDF Embedder | Layoutist | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 480 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 0 |
| Total Downloads | 5.0M+ | ◄ | 1.0K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 months ago | ◄ | 4 years ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Age | 11 years | 6 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.1+ | 4.7+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 5.6+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.3 | 1.0.0 |
Rating
4.7/5PDF Embedder
◄LayoutistN/A
Total Reviews
480PDF Embedder
◄Layoutist0
Active Installs
300K+PDF Embedder
◄Layoutist0
Total Downloads
5.0M+PDF Embedder
◄Layoutist1.0K+
Support Resolution
100%PDF Embedder
LayoutistN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoPDF Embedder
◄Layoutist4 years ago
First Released
2015PDF Embedder
Layoutist2020
Age
11 yearsPDF Embedder
Layoutist6 years
WP Requires
6.1+PDF Embedder
Layoutist4.7+
PHP Requires
7.2+PDF Embedder
Layoutist5.6+
Business Model
FreePDF Embedder
LayoutistFree
Latest Version
4.9.3PDF Embedder
Layoutist1.0.0
Rating Breakdown
PDF Embedder
4.7/5(480 reviews)
5
88%
4
4%
3
2%
2
1%
1
5%
Layoutist
0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
Download Trends
Recent Reviews
PDF Embedder Reviews
by paulietrot
It does the job efficiently
It performs the advertized tasks efficiently
by Etienne ROSENSTIEHL
Easy to use
Simple, easy and efficient.
by benydove
VERY GOOD PLUGIN
VERY GOOD PLUGIN
Layoutist Reviews
No reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF Embedder or Layoutist more popular?
PDF Embedder has 300K+ active installations while Layoutist has 0. PDF Embedder is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — PDF Embedder or Layoutist?
PDF Embedder has a 4.7/5 rating from 480 reviews, while Layoutist has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are PDF Embedder and Layoutist free?
PDF Embedder is free and Layoutist is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — PDF Embedder or Layoutist?
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?
PDF Embedder was last updated 3 months ago and Layoutist was last updated 4 years ago.
Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.