PluginSift

Redux Framework vs Dobby (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
View Redux Framework
VS
Dobby

Dobby

4.9(10)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 5 years ago
View Dobby

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Dobby has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 10 reviews) while Redux Framework leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Dobby has 9.5K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
►
Dobby4.9/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
◄
Dobby10
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
◄
Dobby1.0K+
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
◄
Dobby9.5K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
DobbyN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
◄
Dobby5 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Dobby2017
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Dobby9 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Dobby3.1+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Dobby5.4+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
DobbyFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Dobby1.4.0

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Dobby

4.9/5(10 reviews)
5
90%
4
10%
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

Dobby Reviews

by naresh11381

Nice simple and effective

Great little plugin. Does what it says it will do. Would be awesome to see some functionality added, things like an option to put the message in the toolbar with just a number or similar. Maybe even a

by rja.tcu

Works almost as promised

Unwanted notices from other plugins are gone, but unfortunately Dobby creates another new entry. It would be better to move the Dobby notice in the top admin bar, as it is done by “WP Notification Cen

by emilysparkle

i always wanted a house elf. thanks!

works just as i expected. might be nice to be able to see what has been logged as an admin notice somewhere or set an interval (see notices weekly, etc).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Dobby more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Dobby has 1.0K+. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Dobby?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Dobby has a 4.9/5 rating from 10 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Dobby free?
Redux Framework is free and Dobby is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Dobby?
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 Dobby was last updated 5 years ago.

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