Use Google Libraries vs Version Control for jQuery (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Version Control for jQuery
6.0K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Version Control for jQuery has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 7 reviews) while Use Google Libraries leads in active installations (10K+ vs 6.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Use Google Libraries has accumulated 748K+ total downloads while Version Control for jQuery has 86K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Use Google Libraries | Version Control for jQuery | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.4/5 | ► | 4.9/5 |
| Total Reviews | 47 | ◄ | 7 |
| Active Installs | 10K+ | ◄ | 6.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 748K+ | ◄ | 86K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 8 years ago | ► | 1 year ago |
| First Released | 2008 | 2016 | |
| Age | 18 years | 10 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.4+ | 5.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | 7.4+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.6.2.3 | 4.0.2 |
Rating Breakdown
Use Google Libraries
Version Control for jQuery
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Use Google Libraries averaged approximately 11 daily downloads while Version Control for jQuery averaged 14.
Recent Reviews
Use Google Libraries Reviews
Works with some modifications
Since this hasn’t been updated in forever, some modifications are needed to enable the plugin due to version checking. debug.log will show: Not yet qualified with this version of WordPress. Bypass
This Plugin is Outdated!
Plugin has not been updated in awhile – 6 years+How to fix: WordPress post edit area – white text white backgroundYou can actually select the white paragraph text to highlight it, and copy-paste it in
Not working anymore
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Version Control for jQuery Reviews
Doesn’t apply to wp-admin
I needed to change jquery version in the backend (wp-admin). But aparently it only changes the version on the front end.
Good Temporary Solution.
Several fires put out thanks to this plugin. Thanks.
Saved The Day!
I inherited an older site with a theme that never got updated. Recently, some of the functions started to fail. (drop down navigation, in particular) After much searching, I thought about how the jQ
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