Mixed Media Gallery Blocks vs LightPress Lightbox (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Mixed Media Gallery Blocks
40K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Mixed Media Gallery Blocks has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 114 reviews) and leads in active installations (40K+ vs 40K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Mixed Media Gallery Blocks has accumulated 1.1M+ total downloads while LightPress Lightbox has 902K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Mixed Media Gallery Blocks | LightPress Lightbox | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ◄ | 4.6/5 |
| Total Reviews | 114 | ◄ | 69 |
| Active Installs | 40K+ | 40K+ | |
| Total Downloads | 1.1M+ | ◄ | 902K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 weeks ago | ► | 1 week ago |
| First Released | 2019 | 2010 | |
| Age | 7 years | 16 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.6+ | 5.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3.8+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 3.3.2.3 | 2.3.5 |
Rating Breakdown
Mixed Media Gallery Blocks
LightPress Lightbox
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Mixed Media Gallery Blocks averaged approximately 829 daily downloads while LightPress Lightbox averaged 289.
Recent Reviews
Mixed Media Gallery Blocks Reviews
Perfect.. but
Amazing plugin, perfect in every detail with everything you need, only missing a simple option to position the caption.
Best WP Lightbox plugin
The best WP Lightbox plugin out of many I’ve tried.
Works fine!
Does the job well. Can show minimalistic galleries if needed.
LightPress Lightbox Reviews
Useful
Very useful
Clean, functional, reliable
I have used this plugin for a long time, and still think it has one of the best UI for a photo gallery.
Excellent
Great little plugin. Install and forget about it.
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