Redux Framework vs Custom Options tree (2026)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.

Redux Framework

Redux Framework

4.4(273)

1.0M+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 week ago
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Custom Options tree

Custom Options tree

4.3(6)

100 active installs

Free

Updated 11 months ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Redux Framework has a higher user rating (4.4/5 from 273 reviews) and leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 100). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Custom Options tree has 7.6K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
Custom Options tree4.3/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
Custom Options tree6
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
Custom Options tree100
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
Custom Options tree7.6K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Custom Options treeN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
Custom Options tree11 months ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Custom Options tree2017
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Custom Options tree9 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Custom Options tree3.0.1+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Custom Options treefalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Custom Options treeFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Custom Options tree1.4

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

4.4/5(273 reviews)
5
82%
4
3%
3
1%
2
2%
1
13%

Custom Options tree

4.3/5(6 reviews)
5
83%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
17%

Recent Reviews

Redux Framework Reviews

by Rena

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.

by Irina

Great plugin!

Excellent and useful plugin!

by masoud4x4

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

Custom Options tree Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Custom Options tree more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Custom Options tree has 100. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Custom Options tree?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Custom Options tree has a 4.3/5 rating from 6 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Custom Options tree free?
Redux Framework is free and Custom Options tree is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Custom Options tree?
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?
Redux Framework was last updated 1 week ago and Custom Options tree was last updated 11 months ago.

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