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Redux Framework vs Simple Debug (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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Simple Debug

Simple Debug

3(2)

10 active installs

Free

Updated 13 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 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Simple Debug has 4.0K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Simple Debug3/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Simple Debug2
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
◄
Simple Debug10
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
◄
Simple Debug4.0K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Simple DebugN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
◄
Simple Debug13 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Simple Debug2012
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Simple Debug14 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Simple Debug2.9+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Simple Debugfalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Simple DebugFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Simple Debug1.5

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Simple Debug

3/5(2 reviews)
5
50%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
50%

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

Simple Debug Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Simple Debug more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Simple Debug has 10. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Simple Debug?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Simple Debug has a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Simple Debug free?
Redux Framework is free and Simple Debug is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Simple Debug?
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 Simple Debug was last updated 13 years ago.

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