PDF Embedder vs Star Rating Block (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
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Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Star Rating Block has a higher user rating (5/5 from 1 reviews) while PDF Embedder leads in active installations (300K+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. PDF Embedder has accumulated 5.0M+ total downloads while Star Rating Block has 11K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | PDF Embedder | Star Rating Block | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 480 | ◄ | 1 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 1.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 5.0M+ | ◄ | 11K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 months ago | ◄ | 4 years ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Age | 11 years | 6 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.1+ | 5.3.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 7.0.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.3 | 1.0.0 |
Rating
4.7/5PDF Embedder
►Star Rating Block5/5
Total Reviews
480PDF Embedder
◄Star Rating Block1
Active Installs
300K+PDF Embedder
◄Star Rating Block1.0K+
Total Downloads
5.0M+PDF Embedder
◄Star Rating Block11K+
Support Resolution
100%PDF Embedder
Star Rating BlockN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoPDF Embedder
◄Star Rating Block4 years ago
First Released
2015PDF Embedder
Star Rating Block2020
Age
11 yearsPDF Embedder
Star Rating Block6 years
WP Requires
6.1+PDF Embedder
Star Rating Block5.3.2+
PHP Requires
7.2+PDF Embedder
Star Rating Block7.0.0+
Business Model
FreePDF Embedder
Star Rating BlockFree
Latest Version
4.9.3PDF Embedder
Star Rating Block1.0.0
Rating Breakdown
PDF Embedder
4.7/5(480 reviews)
5
88%
4
4%
3
2%
2
1%
1
5%
Star Rating Block
5/5(1 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, PDF Embedder averaged approximately 1,140 daily downloads while Star Rating Block averaged 4.
Recent Reviews
PDF Embedder Reviews
by paulietrot
It does the job efficiently
It performs the advertized tasks efficiently
by Etienne ROSENSTIEHL
Easy to use
Simple, easy and efficient.
by benydove
VERY GOOD PLUGIN
VERY GOOD PLUGIN
Star Rating Block Reviews
by hack18
Простой и удобный плагин
Удобный и простой в использовании. Рад, что нашёл его!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PDF Embedder or Star Rating Block more popular?
PDF Embedder has 300K+ active installations while Star Rating Block has 1.0K+. PDF Embedder is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — PDF Embedder or Star Rating Block?
PDF Embedder has a 4.7/5 rating from 480 reviews, while Star Rating Block has a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews.
Are PDF Embedder and Star Rating Block free?
PDF Embedder is free and Star Rating Block is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — PDF Embedder or Star Rating Block?
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?
PDF Embedder was last updated 3 months ago and Star Rating Block was last updated 4 years ago.
Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.