PDF Embedder vs Blocks for Gutenberg (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 480 reviews) and leads in active installations (300K+ vs 0). Both are free WordPress plugins. PDF Embedder has accumulated 5.0M+ total downloads while Blocks for Gutenberg has 9.4K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | PDF Embedder | Blocks for Gutenberg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 480 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 0 |
| Total Downloads | 5.0M+ | ◄ | 9.4K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 months ago | ◄ | 4 years ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2021 | |
| Age | 11 years | 5 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.1+ | 5.1+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.3 | 1.0.9 |
Rating
4.7/5PDF Embedder
◄Blocks for GutenbergN/A
Total Reviews
480PDF Embedder
◄Blocks for Gutenberg0
Active Installs
300K+PDF Embedder
◄Blocks for Gutenberg0
Total Downloads
5.0M+PDF Embedder
◄Blocks for Gutenberg9.4K+
Support Resolution
100%PDF Embedder
Blocks for GutenbergN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoPDF Embedder
◄Blocks for Gutenberg4 years ago
First Released
2015PDF Embedder
Blocks for Gutenberg2021
Age
11 yearsPDF Embedder
Blocks for Gutenberg5 years
WP Requires
6.1+PDF Embedder
Blocks for Gutenberg5.1+
PHP Requires
7.2+PDF Embedder
Blocks for Gutenberg7.0+
Business Model
FreePDF Embedder
Blocks for GutenbergFree
Latest Version
4.9.3PDF Embedder
Blocks for Gutenberg1.0.9
Rating Breakdown
PDF Embedder
4.7/5(480 reviews)
5
88%
4
4%
3
2%
2
1%
1
5%
Blocks for Gutenberg
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
Blocks for Gutenberg Reviews
No reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF Embedder or Blocks for Gutenberg more popular?
PDF Embedder has 300K+ active installations while Blocks for Gutenberg has 0. PDF Embedder is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — PDF Embedder or Blocks for Gutenberg?
PDF Embedder has a 4.7/5 rating from 480 reviews, while Blocks for Gutenberg has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are PDF Embedder and Blocks for Gutenberg free?
PDF Embedder is free and Blocks for Gutenberg is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — PDF Embedder or Blocks for Gutenberg?
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 Blocks for Gutenberg was last updated 4 years ago.
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