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Redux Framework vs Update Compass (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
Update Compass

Update Compass

0(0)

0 active installs

Free

Updated 3 weeks ago
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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 0). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Update Compass has 140.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
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Update CompassN/A
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Update Compass0
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Update Compass0
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
◄
Update Compass140
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Update CompassN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
◄
Update Compass3 weeks ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Update Compass2026
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Update Compass1 month
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Update Compass6.2+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Update Compass7.4+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Update CompassFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Update Compass1.0.0

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Update Compass

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

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

Update Compass Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Update Compass more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Update Compass has 0. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Update Compass?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Update Compass has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Update Compass free?
Redux Framework is free and Update Compass is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Update Compass?
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 Update Compass was last updated 3 weeks ago.

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