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Classic Widgets vs Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor (2026)

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

Classic Widgets

Classic Widgets

4.9(263)

2.0M+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 months ago
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VS
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor

Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor

5(1)

200 active installs

Free

Updated 3 years ago
View Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor has a higher user rating (5/5 from 1 reviews) while Classic Widgets leads in active installations (2.0M+ vs 200). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Widgets has accumulated 7.3M+ total downloads while Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor has 7.1K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Widgets
►
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor5/5
Total Reviews
263Classic Widgets
◄
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor1
Active Installs
2.0M+Classic Widgets
◄
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor200
Total Downloads
7.3M+Classic Widgets
◄
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor7.1K+
Support Resolution
25%Classic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block EditorN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Widgets
◄
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor3 years ago
First Released
2021Classic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor2019
Age
5 yearsClassic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor7 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor6.0.0+
PHP Requires
5.6+Classic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor5.6+
Business Model
FreeClassic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block EditorFree
Latest Version
0.3Classic Widgets
Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor1.3.2

Rating Breakdown

Classic Widgets

4.9/5(263 reviews)
5
96%
4
1%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%

Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor

5/5(1 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Recent Reviews

Classic Widgets Reviews

by kinseykinsey

Works Like Before

Does exactly what I needed. Brought back the old widget system without any issues. Super easy to use, no extra setup needed. tnx to devs, saved my time 👍

by Tavian Hayes

Old Widgets Back

Installed Classic Widgets cz I prefer the old widget screen. Works exactly like before and keeps things simple. No confusion with block widgets anymore. Really glad this exists. Tnkz devs!

by jrulcova

Great and very helpful plugin

Great widget plugin. The widgets are flexible, easy to style, and they do not slow down the site.

Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Widgets or Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor more popular?
Classic Widgets has 2.0M+ active installations while Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor has 200. Classic Widgets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Widgets or Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor?
Classic Widgets has a 4.9/5 rating from 263 reviews, while Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor has a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews.
Are Classic Widgets and Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor free?
Classic Widgets is free and Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Widgets or Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor?
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?
Classic Widgets was last updated 3 months ago and Simple HTML Rich Text for Block Editor was last updated 3 years ago.

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