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Redux Framework vs Simple Groups (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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VS
Simple Groups

Simple Groups

3(2)

10 active installs

Free

Updated 13 years ago
View Simple Groups

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 Groups has 3.0K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Simple Groups3/5
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Simple Groups2
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Simple Groups10
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
◄
Simple Groups3.0K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Simple GroupsN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
◄
Simple Groups13 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Simple Groups2012
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Simple Groups14 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Simple Groups3.0.1+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Simple Groupsfalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Simple GroupsFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Simple Groups1.1

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Simple Groups

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 Groups Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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