PDF Embedder vs Book (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 481 reviews) and leads in active installations (300K+ vs 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. PDF Embedder has accumulated 5.0M+ total downloads while Book has 2.2K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | PDF Embedder | Book | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 481 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 10 |
| Total Downloads | 5.0M+ | ◄ | 2.2K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 months ago | ◄ | 5 years ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Age | 11 years | 6 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.1+ | 5.5.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 7.0.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.3 | 0.1.0 |
Rating
4.7/5PDF Embedder
◄BookN/A
Total Reviews
481PDF Embedder
◄Book0
Active Installs
300K+PDF Embedder
◄Book10
Total Downloads
5.0M+PDF Embedder
◄Book2.2K+
Support Resolution
100%PDF Embedder
BookN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoPDF Embedder
◄Book5 years ago
First Released
2015PDF Embedder
Book2020
Age
11 yearsPDF Embedder
Book6 years
WP Requires
6.1+PDF Embedder
Book5.5.0+
PHP Requires
7.2+PDF Embedder
Book7.0.0+
Business Model
FreePDF Embedder
BookFree
Latest Version
4.9.3PDF Embedder
Book0.1.0
Rating Breakdown
PDF Embedder
4.7/5(481 reviews)
5
88%
4
4%
3
2%
2
1%
1
5%
Book
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
Book Reviews
No reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF Embedder or Book more popular?
PDF Embedder has 300K+ active installations while Book has 10. PDF Embedder is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — PDF Embedder or Book?
PDF Embedder has a 4.7/5 rating from 481 reviews, while Book has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are PDF Embedder and Book free?
PDF Embedder is free and Book is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — PDF Embedder or Book?
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 Book was last updated 5 years ago.
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