KaTeX vs Direct math input with MathQuill (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Direct math input with MathQuill
30 active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, KaTeX has a higher user rating (5/5 from 16 reviews) and leads in active installations (2.0K+ vs 30). Both are free WordPress plugins. KaTeX has accumulated 40K+ total downloads while Direct math input with MathQuill has 4.6K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | KaTeX | Direct math input with MathQuill | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | ◄ | 3/5 |
| Total Reviews | 16 | ◄ | 1 |
| Active Installs | 2.0K+ | ◄ | 30 |
| Total Downloads | 40K+ | ◄ | 4.6K+ |
| Support Resolution | 0% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 8 months ago | ◄ | 4 years ago |
| First Released | 2018 | 2022 | |
| Age | 8 years | 4 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.0+ | 5.8+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.2.5 | 0.2.4 |
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