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Redux Framework vs Skeleton Key (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
Skeleton Key

Skeleton Key

0(0)

40 active installs

Free

Updated 16 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 40). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Skeleton Key has 3.8K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
◄
Skeleton KeyN/A
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Skeleton Key0
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Skeleton Key40
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
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Skeleton Key3.8K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Skeleton KeyN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
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Skeleton Key16 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Skeleton Key2009
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Skeleton Key17 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Skeleton Key2.8+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Skeleton Keyfalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Skeleton KeyFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Skeleton Key1.1.1

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Skeleton Key

0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
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

Skeleton Key Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Skeleton Key more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Skeleton Key has 40. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Skeleton Key?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Skeleton Key has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Skeleton Key free?
Redux Framework is free and Skeleton Key is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Skeleton Key?
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 Skeleton Key was last updated 16 years ago.

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