thumbGen vs WP-Choose-Thumb (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, WP-Choose-Thumb has a higher user rating (5/5 from 1 reviews) while thumbGen leads in active installations (100 vs 20). Both are free WordPress plugins. thumbGen has accumulated 12K+ total downloads while WP-Choose-Thumb has 10K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | thumbGen | WP-Choose-Thumb | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 3/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 2 | ◄ | 1 |
| Active Installs | 100 | ◄ | 20 |
| Total Downloads | 12K+ | ◄ | 10K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 11 years ago | ◄ | 13 years ago |
| First Released | 2010 | 2009 | |
| Age | 16 years | 17 years | |
| WP Requires | 2.9.0+ | 2.7+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.7.1 | 1.3.6 |
Rating Breakdown
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