WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… vs WP Open Street Map (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
WP Maps – Store Locator,Google…
60K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… has a higher user rating (4.3/5 from 121 reviews) and leads in active installations (60K+ vs 3.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… has accumulated 3.6M+ total downloads while WP Open Street Map has 42K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… | WP Open Street Map | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 | ◄ | 3.9/5 |
| Total Reviews | 121 | ◄ | 10 |
| Active Installs | 60K+ | ◄ | 3.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 3.6M+ | ◄ | 42K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ► | 2 weeks ago |
| First Released | 2013 | 2017 | |
| Age | 13 years | 9 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.4+ | 3.5+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.2 | 1.40 |
Rating Breakdown
WP Maps – Store Locator,Google…
WP Open Street Map
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… averaged approximately 1,214 daily downloads while WP Open Street Map averaged 114.
Recent Reviews
WP Maps – Store Locator,Google… Reviews
Awesome Support and Great Plug In
Awesome plug in with so many options. Support is top tier. Quick and reliable. Thanks!
great support & top plugin
The plugin is very good, beautiful and easy to use. Support Team very professional, helpful and fast
good plugin, quick & helpful response
Thank you for your quick help!Now, everything works!
WP Open Street Map Reviews
Does What it says on the tin
When I first tried this plugin it appeared not to support markers. This was down to the way to use the plugin not being clear. After communication with the developers they have changed the way the plu
Simple and effective
Very easy to use. Few features but does exactly what I was looking for.
With potential
Pros: Works well. Chooose a map and scroll in to location. Copy a shortcode, place it. Now it shows your map. Works with newer versions of WP.Cons: What about markers? What about documentation?
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