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Map Block for Google Maps vs WP Go Maps Block (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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WP Go Maps Block

WP Go Maps Block

5(19)

3.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 11 months ago
View WP Go Maps Block

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, WP Go Maps Block has a higher user rating (5/5 from 19 reviews) while Map Block for Google Maps leads in active installations (20K+ vs 3.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Map Block for Google Maps has accumulated 234K+ total downloads while WP Go Maps Block has 17K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.6/5Map Block for Google Maps
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WP Go Maps Block5/5
Total Reviews
21Map Block for Google Maps
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WP Go Maps Block19
Active Installs
20K+Map Block for Google Maps
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WP Go Maps Block3.0K+
Total Downloads
234K+Map Block for Google Maps
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WP Go Maps Block17K+
Support Resolution
N/AMap Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps BlockN/A
Last Updated
4 months agoMap Block for Google Maps
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WP Go Maps Block11 months ago
First Released
2018Map Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps Block2024
Age
8 yearsMap Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps Block2 years
WP Requires
4.9+Map Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps Block6.0+
PHP Requires
5.2+Map Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps Block7.0+
Business Model
FreeMap Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps BlockFree
Latest Version
1.35Map Block for Google Maps
WP Go Maps Block1.0.0

Rating Breakdown

Map Block for Google Maps

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

WP Go Maps Block

5/5(19 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

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

WP Go Maps Block Reviews

Excellent plugin and support

The plugin itself is incredible and ticks all the boxes for what I need for a maps plugin – there are lots of options for customisation and the integration with ACF particularly makes it incredibly ve

by sesentner

Solid

This is a solid map plugin. Easy to set up and manage. I love that I can use my own marker. I haven’t had many issues, but when I have, their support team, specifically Dylan and Matthew, were quick t

by kiwilefty2014

WP GO Maps is the best

WP Go Maps is a fantastic product, with particular emphasis on the support that Matthew provides throughout the setup process.This company and its product excel at every level +++

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Map Block for Google Maps or WP Go Maps Block more popular?
Map Block for Google Maps has 20K+ active installations while WP Go Maps Block has 3.0K+. 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 WP Go Maps Block?
Map Block for Google Maps has a 4.6/5 rating from 21 reviews, while WP Go Maps Block has a 5/5 rating from 19 reviews.
Are Map Block for Google Maps and WP Go Maps Block free?
Map Block for Google Maps is free and WP Go Maps Block is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Map Block for Google Maps or WP Go Maps Block?
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 WP Go Maps Block was last updated 11 months ago.

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