WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… vs Simple Map (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
WP Maps – Store Locator,Google…
60K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Simple Map has a higher user rating (4.7/5 from 12 reviews) while WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… leads in active installations (60K+ vs 10K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… has accumulated 3.6M+ total downloads while Simple Map has 335K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… | Simple Map | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 | ► | 4.7/5 |
| Total Reviews | 121 | ◄ | 12 |
| Active Installs | 60K+ | ◄ | 10K+ |
| Total Downloads | 3.6M+ | ◄ | 335K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ◄ | 8 years ago |
| First Released | 2013 | 2012 | |
| Age | 13 years | 14 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.4+ | 3.9+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.2 | 4.9.0 |
Rating Breakdown
WP Maps – Store Locator,Google…
Simple Map
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… averaged approximately 1,214 daily downloads while Simple Map averaged 5.
Recent Reviews
WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… Reviews
Awesome Support and Great Plug In
Awesome plug in with so many options. Support is top tier. Quick and reliable. Thanks!
great support & top plugin
The plugin is very good, beautiful and easy to use. Support Team very professional, helpful and fast
good plugin, quick & helpful response
Thank you for your quick help!Now, everything works!
Simple Map Reviews
Thanks! Google API Key setting has come!
I waiting a long time this feature! Thank you for your update!
Works PERFECT!!! THANKs for this awesome Plugin!
I was looking for something simple, where I could add a short code into a page. Without any complicated plug-in settings or anything else. Everything can be set up and run very simple within the short
Works as promised
Nice, simple plugin! Keep up the great work! Rolf
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