Simple Shortcode for Google Maps vs LB GMaps (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
4.6(46)
4.0K+ active installs
Free
Updated 1 year ago
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Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Simple Shortcode for Google Maps has a higher user rating (4.6/5 from 46 reviews) and leads in active installations (4.0K+ vs 0). Both are free WordPress plugins. Simple Shortcode for Google Maps has accumulated 169K+ total downloads while LB GMaps has 9.2K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Simple Shortcode for Google Maps | LB GMaps | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.6/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 46 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 4.0K+ | ◄ | 0 |
| Total Downloads | 169K+ | ◄ | 9.2K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 year ago | ◄ | 8 years ago |
| First Released | 2012 | 2017 | |
| Age | 14 years | 9 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.6+ | 4.4+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.4+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.8.2 | 1.0 |
Rating
4.6/5Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
◄LB GMapsN/A
Total Reviews
46Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
◄LB GMaps0
Active Installs
4.0K+Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
◄LB GMaps0
Total Downloads
169K+Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
◄LB GMaps9.2K+
Support Resolution
N/ASimple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMapsN/A
Last Updated
1 year agoSimple Shortcode for Google Maps
◄LB GMaps8 years ago
First Released
2012Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMaps2017
Age
14 yearsSimple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMaps9 years
WP Requires
4.6+Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMaps4.4+
PHP Requires
7.4+Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMapsfalse+
Business Model
FreeSimple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMapsFree
Latest Version
1.8.2Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
LB GMaps1.0
Rating Breakdown
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps
4.6/5(46 reviews)
5
89%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
11%
LB GMaps
0/5(0 reviews)
5
0%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
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Recent Reviews
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps Reviews
by Ulrich
Simple and effective
Would be cool if there was a custom block but works with the shortcode also.
by brott
Exactly what I was looking for
Needed something simple and easy to use on a webpage. This is it. Glad I found it.
by greggalex
Great. Simple. Free.
The title says it all – what more could you ask?!
LB GMaps Reviews
No reviews yet
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simple Shortcode for Google Maps or LB GMaps more popular?
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps has 4.0K+ active installations while LB GMaps has 0. Simple Shortcode for Google Maps is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Simple Shortcode for Google Maps or LB GMaps?
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps has a 4.6/5 rating from 46 reviews, while LB GMaps has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Simple Shortcode for Google Maps and LB GMaps free?
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps is free and LB GMaps is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Simple Shortcode for Google Maps or LB GMaps?
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?
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps was last updated 1 year ago and LB GMaps was last updated 8 years ago.
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