WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps) vs IS-Google Maps Lite (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps)
300K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, IS-Google Maps Lite has a higher user rating (5/5 from 2 reviews) while WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps) leads in active installations (300K+ vs 70). Both are free WordPress plugins. WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps) has accumulated 26M+ total downloads while IS-Google Maps Lite has 10K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps) | IS-Google Maps Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 3,008 | ◄ | 2 |
| Active Installs | 300K+ | ◄ | 70 |
| Total Downloads | 26M+ | ◄ | 10K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 2 weeks ago | ◄ | 8 months ago |
| First Released | 2012 | 2018 | |
| Age | 14 years | 8 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.5+ | false+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.0+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 10.0.06 | 1.2.9 |
Rating Breakdown
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Recent Reviews
WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps) Reviews
Great Plugin – Excellent Support!
Hi, I recently purchased the pro version of this plugin and it was very easyto set up, I had a minor issue that I wrongly thought it came from the pluginitself or the map provider, thanks to the aweso
Great Plugin, Even Better Support!
The plugin is solid, does exactly what we need, and feels genuinely reliable. What really stood out, though, was the support. I recently ran into an issue where a map marker wouldn’t load properly,
Great plugin and great support!
My go-to plugin whenever I need more customizable maps. The support is top-notch, too. Thank you!
IS-Google Maps Lite Reviews
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