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Redux Framework vs Shiny Updates (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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Shiny Updates

Shiny Updates

4.8(14)

20 active installs

Free

Updated 9 years ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Shiny Updates has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 14 reviews) while Redux Framework leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 20). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Shiny Updates has 30K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Shiny Updates4.8/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Shiny Updates14
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Shiny Updates20
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
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Shiny Updates30K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Shiny UpdatesN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
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Shiny Updates9 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Shiny Updates2015
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Shiny Updates11 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Shiny Updates4.6+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Shiny Updatesfalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Shiny UpdatesFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Shiny Updates3-20160927

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Shiny Updates

4.8/5(14 reviews)
5
86%
4
7%
3
7%
2
0%
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

Shiny Updates Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Shiny Updates more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Shiny Updates has 20. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Shiny Updates?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Shiny Updates has a 4.8/5 rating from 14 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Shiny Updates free?
Redux Framework is free and Shiny Updates is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Shiny Updates?
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 Shiny Updates was last updated 9 years ago.

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