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Redux Framework vs Update Notifier (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 Notifier

Update Notifier

0(0)

700 active installs

Free

Updated 15 years 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 700). Both are free WordPress plugins. Redux Framework has accumulated 31M+ total downloads while Update Notifier has 18K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.4/5Redux Framework
◄
Update NotifierN/A
Total Reviews
273Redux Framework
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Update Notifier0
Active Installs
1.0M+Redux Framework
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Update Notifier700
Total Downloads
31M+Redux Framework
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Update Notifier18K+
Support Resolution
100%Redux Framework
Update NotifierN/A
Last Updated
1 week agoRedux Framework
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Update Notifier15 years ago
First Released
2013Redux Framework
Update Notifier2009
Age
13 yearsRedux Framework
Update Notifier17 years
WP Requires
5.0+Redux Framework
Update Notifier3.0+
PHP Requires
7.4+Redux Framework
Update Notifierfalse+
Business Model
FreeRedux Framework
Update NotifierFree
Latest Version
4.5.11Redux Framework
Update Notifier1.4.1

Rating Breakdown

Redux Framework

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

Update Notifier

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 Notifier Reviews

No reviews yet

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redux Framework or Update Notifier more popular?
Redux Framework has 1.0M+ active installations while Update Notifier has 700. Redux Framework is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redux Framework or Update Notifier?
Redux Framework has a 4.4/5 rating from 273 reviews, while Update Notifier has a 0/5 rating from 0 reviews.
Are Redux Framework and Update Notifier free?
Redux Framework is free and Update Notifier is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redux Framework or Update Notifier?
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 Notifier was last updated 15 years ago.

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