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VK Filter Search vs Custom Block Patterns (2026)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.

VK Filter Search

VK Filter Search

5(3)

6.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 5 days ago
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VS
Custom Block Patterns

Custom Block Patterns

4.7(3)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 days ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, VK Filter Search has a higher user rating (5/5 from 3 reviews) and leads in active installations (6.0K+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. VK Filter Search has accumulated 161K+ total downloads while Custom Block Patterns has 17K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
5/5VK Filter Search
◄
Custom Block Patterns4.7/5
Total Reviews
3VK Filter Search
Custom Block Patterns3
Active Installs
6.0K+VK Filter Search
◄
Custom Block Patterns1.0K+
Total Downloads
161K+VK Filter Search
◄
Custom Block Patterns17K+
Support Resolution
N/AVK Filter Search
Custom Block PatternsN/A
Last Updated
5 days agoVK Filter Search
►
Custom Block Patterns3 days ago
First Released
2020VK Filter Search
Custom Block Patterns2020
Age
6 yearsVK Filter Search
Custom Block Patterns6 years
WP Requires
5.7+VK Filter Search
Custom Block Patterns6.0+
PHP Requires
7.4+VK Filter Search
Custom Block Patterns7.0+
Business Model
FreeVK Filter Search
Custom Block PatternsFree
Latest Version
2.20.2VK Filter Search
Custom Block Patterns1.4.1

Rating Breakdown

VK Filter Search

5/5(3 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Custom Block Patterns

4.7/5(3 reviews)
5
67%
4
33%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Recent Reviews

VK Filter Search Reviews

by marcin1333

Realy great and siple plugin for Gutenberg

Realy great and siple plugin, by the way I don’t know why it’s so low in the repository. This plugin is only for Gutenberg and does not work with “Pods” plugin, with “CPT UI” is work great.

by alstrar

Great plug in! One thing though, language Swe?

I could help with the translation to a swedish version although I’m not a developer I enjoy this plugin very much and would be glad to help improve it’s usability not the least for my own sake. ☜(ﾟヮﾟ☜

by taizo fujita

Easy because it’s the block

This is exactly the plugin I was looking for!

Custom Block Patterns Reviews

by Bego Mario Garde

Easy way to create your own block patterns

I’m a great fan of plugins which without bells and whistles simply do, what you expect and this plugin certainly is one of them. It allows you easily to create your own block patterns and use them as

by AlfredG

Easy to use

A very easy to use and not bloated pluging. Very small footprint. I used to use Blockmeister but they bloated it for commercial use. Now I use this one and it does everything you should ever need.

by aoi61n

めちゃくちゃ便利です！

ブロックパターンを再利用ブロックみたいに自分で作れたらいいのになあと思っていたところ、Twitterでこのプラグインを知りました。 まさに私の理想の形でブロックパターンを管理できるようになり、感動です。

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VK Filter Search or Custom Block Patterns more popular?
VK Filter Search has 6.0K+ active installations while Custom Block Patterns has 1.0K+. VK Filter Search is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — VK Filter Search or Custom Block Patterns?
VK Filter Search has a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews, while Custom Block Patterns has a 4.7/5 rating from 3 reviews.
Are VK Filter Search and Custom Block Patterns free?
VK Filter Search is free and Custom Block Patterns is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — VK Filter Search or Custom Block Patterns?
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?
VK Filter Search was last updated 5 days ago and Custom Block Patterns was last updated 3 days ago.

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