Map Block for Google Maps vs Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… (2026)

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

Map Block for Google Maps

Map Block for Google Maps

4.6(21)

20K+ active installs

Free

Updated 4 months ago
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Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…

Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…

4.6(245)

10K+ active installs

Free

Updated 4 months ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Map Block for Google Maps has a higher user rating (4.6/5 from 21 reviews) and leads in active installations (20K+ vs 10K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Map Block for Google Maps has accumulated 234K+ total downloads while Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… has 913K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.6/5Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…4.6/5
Total Reviews
21Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…245
Active Installs
20K+Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…10K+
Total Downloads
234K+Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…913K+
Support Resolution
N/AMap Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…N/A
Last Updated
4 months agoMap Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…4 months ago
First Released
2018Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…2012
Age
8 yearsMap Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…14 years
WP Requires
4.9+Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…3.3+
PHP Requires
5.2+Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…5.3+
Business Model
FreeMap Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…Free
Latest Version
1.35Map Block for Google Maps
Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…3.12.10

Rating Breakdown

Map Block for Google Maps

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

Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…

4.6/5(245 reviews)
5
87%
4
2%
3
1%
2
1%
1
9%

Recent Reviews

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

Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… Reviews

by lcpr

Great Functions, Easy to Use, Amazing Support

I have been using MapsMarker for my websites for years. I feel bad for not leaving a review earlier because it has been truly a fantastic experience. I upgraded to the Pro Version and it is by far the

by mbs1337

OK

OK This topic was modified 2 years, 7 months ago by mbs1337. This topic was modified 2 years, 7 months ago by mbs1337.

by petrusmaximus

Free Version sucks …

Paid plugin, free version is unuseable …

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Map Block for Google Maps or Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… more popular?
Map Block for Google Maps has 20K+ active installations while Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… has 10K+. Map Block for Google Maps is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Map Block for Google Maps or Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps…?
Map Block for Google Maps has a 4.6/5 rating from 21 reviews, while Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… has a 4.6/5 rating from 245 reviews.
Are Map Block for Google Maps and Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… free?
Map Block for Google Maps is free and Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Map Block for Google Maps or Leaflet Maps Marker (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?
Map Block for Google Maps was last updated 4 months ago and Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps… was last updated 4 months ago.

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