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Redux Framework vs Restore Columns (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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Restore Columns

Restore Columns

4.8(4)

60 active installs

Free

Updated 6 years ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Restore Columns has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 4 reviews) while Redux Framework leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 60). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Restore Columns has 3.2K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Restore Columns4.8/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Restore Columns4
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Restore Columns60
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
◄
Restore Columns3.2K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Restore ColumnsN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
◄
Restore Columns6 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Restore Columns2014
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Restore Columns12 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Restore Columns3.8+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Restore Columns5.3+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Restore ColumnsFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Restore Columns1.00

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Restore Columns

4.8/5(4 reviews)
5
75%
4
25%
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

Restore Columns Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Restore Columns more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Restore Columns has 60. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Restore Columns?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Restore Columns has a 4.8/5 rating from 4 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Restore Columns free?
Redux Framework is free and Restore Columns is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Restore Columns?
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 Restore Columns was last updated 6 years ago.

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