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Map Block for Google Maps vs Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget (2026)

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

Map Block for Google Maps

Map Block for Google Maps

4.6(21)

20K+ active installs

Free

Updated 4 months ago
View Map Block for Google Maps
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Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget

Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget

3.1(14)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 year ago
View Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Map Block for Google Maps has a higher user rating (4.6/5 from 21 reviews) and leads in active installations (20K+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Map Block for Google Maps has accumulated 234K+ total downloads while Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget has 54K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.6/5Map Block for Google Maps
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Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget3.1/5
Total Reviews
21Map Block for Google Maps
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Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget14
Active Installs
20K+Map Block for Google Maps
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Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget1.0K+
Total Downloads
234K+Map Block for Google Maps
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Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget54K+
Support Resolution
N/AMap Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box WidgetN/A
Last Updated
4 months agoMap Block for Google Maps
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Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget1 year ago
First Released
2018Map Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget2013
Age
8 yearsMap Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget13 years
WP Requires
4.9+Map Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget3.0+
PHP Requires
5.2+Map Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widgetfalse+
Business Model
FreeMap Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box WidgetFree
Latest Version
1.35Map Block for Google Maps
Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget3.1.0

Rating Breakdown

Map Block for Google Maps

4.6/5(21 reviews)
5
76%
4
14%
3
5%
2
0%
1
5%

Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget

3.1/5(14 reviews)
5
50%
4
0%
3
0%
2
7%
1
43%

Recent Reviews

Map Block for Google Maps Reviews

by Steve P (UK)

Fast response

I had a problem with the API being rejected. Although it resolved itself, it was good to see that the Dev responded to my post really quickly! Thanks!

by akjiainc

How to fill in longitude and latitude to locate the correct location.

How to fill in longitude and latitude to locate the correct location？

by xjmwfwa

Easy to use

Very easy to use and simple plugin for maps

Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget Reviews

by Nirav Deepak Mehta

Simple and best facebook like plugin.

Light-weighted & fully responsive.

by Ravindra kumar

Awesome Plugin !!!!

Awesome plugin and ease to integrate in the application ..!!!

by dustyalexander

Simple and Easy to Use !

Very Easy to use and works well!

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Map Block for Google Maps or Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget more popular?
Map Block for Google Maps has 20K+ active installations while Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget has 1.0K+. Map Block for Google Maps is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Map Block for Google Maps or Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget?
Map Block for Google Maps has a 4.6/5 rating from 21 reviews, while Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget has a 3.1/5 rating from 14 reviews.
Are Map Block for Google Maps and Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget free?
Map Block for Google Maps is free and Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Map Block for Google Maps or Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget?
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?
Map Block for Google Maps was last updated 4 months ago and Responsive Like Box, Like Box Widget was last updated 1 year ago.

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