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Classic Editor vs Relive Classic (2026)

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

Classic Editor

Classic Editor

4.9(1,225)

9.0M+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 months ago
View Classic Editor
VS
Relive Classic

Relive Classic

0(0)

10 active installs

Free

Updated 3 years ago
View Relive Classic

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Classic Editor has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 1,225 reviews) and leads in active installations (9.0M+ vs 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Editor has accumulated 85M+ total downloads while Relive Classic has 1.5K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Editor
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Relive ClassicN/A
Total Reviews
1,225Classic Editor
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Relive Classic0
Active Installs
9.0M+Classic Editor
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Relive Classic10
Total Downloads
85M+Classic Editor
◄
Relive Classic1.5K+
Support Resolution
0%Classic Editor
Relive ClassicN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Editor
◄
Relive Classic3 years ago
First Released
2017Classic Editor
Relive Classic2022
Age
9 yearsClassic Editor
Relive Classic4 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Editor
Relive Classic4.9+
PHP Requires
5.2.4+Classic Editor
Relive Classic5.6+
Business Model
FreeClassic Editor
Relive ClassicFree
Latest Version
1.6.7Classic Editor
Relive Classic1.0.0

Rating Breakdown

Classic Editor

4.9/5(1,225 reviews)
5
95%
4
2%
3
1%
2
0%
1
1%

Relive Classic

0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Recent Reviews

Classic Editor Reviews

by Shelton

Back to Simple

Really helpful if u don’t like the block editor. Feels familiar n easy to work with. Not fancy, but it makes editing way more comfortable for me.

by Get Homeservice Quotes

perfect for users who prefer the old WordPress

The Classic Editor plugin is perfect for users who prefer the old WordPress editing experience. It’s lightweight, easy to use, and works flawlessly without any setup. Highly recommended for a simple a

by tyriqsuth

Keeps It Simple

Installed this cz I prefer the old editor. Works exactly as expected, no issues so far. Makes writing posts much easier for me. Would be nicer if it had few more options, but still solid. tnkz devs.

Relive Classic Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Editor or Relive Classic more popular?
Classic Editor has 9.0M+ active installations while Relive Classic has 10. Classic Editor is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Editor or Relive Classic?
Classic Editor has a 4.9/5 rating from 1,225 reviews, while Relive Classic has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Classic Editor and Relive Classic free?
Classic Editor is free and Relive Classic is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Editor or Relive Classic?
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?
Classic Editor was last updated 3 months ago and Relive Classic was last updated 3 years ago.

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