Mixed Media Gallery Blocks vs Picasso – WordPress Albums (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Mixed Media Gallery Blocks
40K+ active installs
Free
Picasso – WordPress Albums
10 active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Mixed Media Gallery Blocks has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 114 reviews) and leads in active installations (40K+ vs 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. Mixed Media Gallery Blocks has accumulated 1.1M+ total downloads while Picasso – WordPress Albums has 4.9K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Mixed Media Gallery Blocks | Picasso – WordPress Albums | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 114 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 40K+ | ◄ | 10 |
| Total Downloads | 1.1M+ | ◄ | 4.9K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 weeks ago | ◄ | 13 years ago |
| First Released | 2019 | 2011 | |
| Age | 7 years | 15 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.6+ | 2.9+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3.8+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 3.3.2.3 | 1.1.4 |
Rating Breakdown
Mixed Media Gallery Blocks
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Recent Reviews
Mixed Media Gallery Blocks Reviews
Perfect.. but
Amazing plugin, perfect in every detail with everything you need, only missing a simple option to position the caption.
Best WP Lightbox plugin
The best WP Lightbox plugin out of many I’ve tried.
Works fine!
Does the job well. Can show minimalistic galleries if needed.
Picasso – WordPress Albums Reviews
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