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Redux Framework vs Developer Mode (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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VS
Developer Mode

Developer Mode

4.3(8)

300 active installs

Free

Updated 12 years 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 300). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Developer Mode has 14K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Developer Mode4.3/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Developer Mode8
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
◄
Developer Mode300
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
◄
Developer Mode14K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Developer ModeN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
◄
Developer Mode12 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Developer Mode2012
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Developer Mode14 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Developer Mode3.1+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Developer Modefalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Developer ModeFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Developer Mode0.4.1.3

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Developer Mode

4.3/5(8 reviews)
5
75%
4
0%
3
0%
2
25%
1
0%

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

Developer Mode Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Developer Mode more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Developer Mode has 300. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Developer Mode?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Developer Mode has a 4.3/5 rating from 8 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Developer Mode free?
Redux Framework is free and Developer Mode is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Developer Mode?
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 Developer Mode was last updated 12 years ago.

Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.