PDF Embedder vs Simple Star Rating Block (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 50). Both are free WordPress plugins. PDF Embedder has accumulated 5.0M+ total downloads while Simple Star Rating Block has 1.4K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | PDF Embedder | Simple Star Rating Block | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 480 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 50 |
| Total Downloads | 5.0M+ | ◄ | 1.4K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 months ago | ◄ | 1 year ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2024 | |
| Age | 11 years | 2 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.1+ | 6.1+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 8.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.3 | 0.2 |
Rating
4.7/5PDF Embedder
◄Simple Star Rating BlockN/A
Total Reviews
480PDF Embedder
◄Simple Star Rating Block0
Active Installs
300K+PDF Embedder
◄Simple Star Rating Block50
Total Downloads
5.0M+PDF Embedder
◄Simple Star Rating Block1.4K+
Support Resolution
100%PDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating BlockN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoPDF Embedder
◄Simple Star Rating Block1 year ago
First Released
2015PDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating Block2024
Age
11 yearsPDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating Block2 years
WP Requires
6.1+PDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating Block6.1+
PHP Requires
7.2+PDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating Block8.0+
Business Model
FreePDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating BlockFree
Latest Version
4.9.3PDF Embedder
Simple Star Rating Block0.2
Rating Breakdown
PDF Embedder
4.7/5(480 reviews)
5
88%
4
4%
3
2%
2
1%
1
5%
Simple Star Rating Block
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
Simple Star Rating Block Reviews
No reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF Embedder or Simple Star Rating Block more popular?
PDF Embedder has 300K+ active installations while Simple Star Rating Block has 50. PDF Embedder is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — PDF Embedder or Simple Star Rating Block?
PDF Embedder has a 4.7/5 rating from 480 reviews, while Simple Star Rating Block has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are PDF Embedder and Simple Star Rating Block free?
PDF Embedder is free and Simple Star Rating Block is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — PDF Embedder or Simple Star Rating Block?
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 Simple Star Rating Block was last updated 1 year ago.
Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.