Redux Framework vs Advanced Custom Fields: Extended (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Advanced Custom Fields: Extended
100K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Advanced Custom Fields: Extended has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 132 reviews) while Redux Framework leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 100K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Advanced Custom Fields: Extended has 2.4M+. Redux Framework has a higher support resolution rate (100% vs 0%).
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Redux Framework | Advanced Custom Fields: Extended | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4/5 | ► | 4.8/5 |
| Total Reviews | 273 | ◄ | 132 |
| Active Installs | 1.0M+ | ◄ | 100K+ |
| Total Downloads | 31M+ | ◄ | 2.4M+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | ◄ | 0% |
| Last Updated | 1 week ago | ◄ | 1 month ago |
| First Released | 2013 | 2019 | |
| Age | 13 years | 7 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.0+ | 4.9+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.4+ | 5.6+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.5.11 | 0.9.2.3 |
Rating Breakdown
Redux Framework
Advanced Custom Fields: Extended
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Redux Framework averaged approximately 10,278 daily downloads while Advanced Custom Fields: Extended averaged 716.
Recent Reviews
Redux Framework Reviews
Pretty Solid Framework
Used it in a few projects, and it works well overall. Lots of options and pretty flexible. Setup took a bit of time at first, but once you get it, things become easy. tnx devs for the work.
Great plugin!
Excellent and useful plugin!
Translation Issue
Hi Redux Framework team,I’m using Redux Framework for my theme (Liberty), but I’m really frustrated with its translation support, especially after WordPress 6.7 and later updates (I’m on 6.8). My
Advanced Custom Fields: Extended Reviews
Effortless Gutenberg Block Creation
We love the simplicity of using Advanced Custom Fields: Extended to build custom Gutenberg blocks. It offers powerful features and seamless integration, making it easier than ever to create dynamic co
Excellent Support
Both times when I needed support, Konrad was quick to point out the cause and provide detailed explanation and solution. The plugin is awesome but what stands out is the support quality. It gives me c
Excellent support
Great, detailed support from Konrad on my very specific issue.
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