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Pdf Embed vs PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… (2026)

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

Pdf Embed

Pdf Embed

5(6)

10K+ active installs

Free

Updated 6 months ago
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PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…

PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…

5(1)

3.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 4 days ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Pdf Embed has a higher user rating (5/5 from 6 reviews) and leads in active installations (10K+ vs 3.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Pdf Embed has accumulated 245K+ total downloads while PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… has 33K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
5/5Pdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…5/5
Total Reviews
6Pdf Embed
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PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…1
Active Installs
10K+Pdf Embed
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PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…3.0K+
Total Downloads
245K+Pdf Embed
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PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…33K+
Support Resolution
0%Pdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…N/A
Last Updated
6 months agoPdf Embed
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PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…4 days ago
First Released
2022Pdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…2022
Age
4 yearsPdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…4 years
WP Requires
5.6.0+Pdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…6.5+
PHP Requires
5.6+Pdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…7.1+
Business Model
FreePdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…Free
Latest Version
0.5.8Pdf Embed
PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…1.2.4

Rating Breakdown

Pdf Embed

5/5(6 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…

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

Recent Reviews

Pdf Embed Reviews

by kirihito

Easy to operate and show PDFs as part of your site

It is easy to use, and I like that the inline settings make the PDF look like the content of the site.

by groggy72

This plugin is epic

A genuine lifesaver. Much better than the adobe embed APi code they supply on their offical website.

by WillOfTheWeb

Error

Unfortunately the plugin doesn’t seem to function. Getting an error message within Gutenberg This topic was modified 2 years, 3 months ago by WillOfTheWeb. This topic was modified 2 ye

PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… Reviews

by Alyse

This PDF Embed Block is a lifesaver!

Embedding PDFs in Gutenberg was a hassle until I found this block plugin. It’s super easy to use, customizable and works seamlessly in all browsers. The Adobe PDF Viewer integration is genius. Install

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pdf Embed or PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… more popular?
Pdf Embed has 10K+ active installations while PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… has 3.0K+. Pdf Embed is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Pdf Embed or PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…?
Pdf Embed has a 5/5 rating from 6 reviews, while PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… has a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews.
Are Pdf Embed and PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… free?
Pdf Embed is free and PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Pdf Embed or PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in…?
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 Embed was last updated 6 months ago and PDF Embed Block – Embed PDF Files in… was last updated 4 days ago.

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