PDF Embedder vs Roaver Widget (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 Roaver Widget has 503.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | PDF Embedder | Roaver Widget | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 480 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 0 |
| Total Downloads | 5.0M+ | ◄ | 503 |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 months ago | ◄ | 1 year ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2025 | |
| Age | 11 years | 1 year | |
| WP Requires | 6.1+ | 5.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.3 | 1.09 |
Rating
4.7/5PDF Embedder
◄Roaver WidgetN/A
Total Reviews
480PDF Embedder
◄Roaver Widget0
Active Installs
300K+PDF Embedder
◄Roaver Widget0
Total Downloads
5.0M+PDF Embedder
◄Roaver Widget503
Support Resolution
100%PDF Embedder
Roaver WidgetN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoPDF Embedder
◄Roaver Widget1 year ago
First Released
2015PDF Embedder
Roaver Widget2025
Age
11 yearsPDF Embedder
Roaver Widget1 year
WP Requires
6.1+PDF Embedder
Roaver Widget5.0+
PHP Requires
7.2+PDF Embedder
Roaver Widget7.0+
Business Model
FreePDF Embedder
Roaver WidgetFree
Latest Version
4.9.3PDF Embedder
Roaver Widget1.09
Rating Breakdown
PDF Embedder
4.7/5(480 reviews)
5
88%
4
4%
3
2%
2
1%
1
5%
Roaver Widget
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
Roaver Widget Reviews
No reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF Embedder or Roaver Widget more popular?
PDF Embedder has 300K+ active installations while Roaver Widget has 0. PDF Embedder is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — PDF Embedder or Roaver Widget?
PDF Embedder has a 4.7/5 rating from 480 reviews, while Roaver Widget has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are PDF Embedder and Roaver Widget free?
PDF Embedder is free and Roaver Widget is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — PDF Embedder or Roaver Widget?
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 Roaver Widget was last updated 1 year ago.
Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.