Classic Widgets vs WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types (2026)

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

Classic Widgets

Classic Widgets

4.9(263)

2.0M+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 months ago
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WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types

WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types

3.7(3)

400 active installs

Free

Updated 2 months ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Classic Widgets has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 263 reviews) and leads in active installations (2.0M+ vs 400). Both are free WordPress plugins. Classic Widgets has accumulated 7.3M+ total downloads while WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types has 14K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.9/5Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types3.7/5
Total Reviews
263Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types3
Active Installs
2.0M+Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types400
Total Downloads
7.3M+Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types14K+
Support Resolution
25%Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post TypesN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoClassic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types2 months ago
First Released
2021Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types2021
Age
5 yearsClassic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types5 years
WP Requires
4.9+Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types5.0+
PHP Requires
5.6+Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types7.0+
Business Model
FreeClassic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post TypesFree
Latest Version
0.3Classic Widgets
WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types1.1.15

Rating Breakdown

Classic Widgets

4.9/5(263 reviews)
5
96%
4
1%
3
1%
2
0%
1
2%

WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types

3.7/5(3 reviews)
5
67%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
33%

Recent Reviews

Classic Widgets Reviews

by kinseykinsey

Works Like Before

Does exactly what I needed. Brought back the old widget system without any issues. Super easy to use, no extra setup needed. tnx to devs, saved my time 👍

by Tavian Hayes

Old Widgets Back

Installed Classic Widgets cz I prefer the old widget screen. Works exactly like before and keeps things simple. No confusion with block widgets anymore. Really glad this exists. Tnkz devs!

by jrulcova

Great and very helpful plugin

Great widget plugin. The widgets are flexible, easy to style, and they do not slow down the site.

WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Classic Widgets or WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types more popular?
Classic Widgets has 2.0M+ active installations while WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types has 400. Classic Widgets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Classic Widgets or WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types?
Classic Widgets has a 4.9/5 rating from 263 reviews, while WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types has a 3.7/5 rating from 3 reviews.
Are Classic Widgets and WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types free?
Classic Widgets is free and WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Classic Widgets or WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types?
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?
Classic Widgets was last updated 3 months ago and WPBulky – WordPress Bulk Edit Post Types was last updated 2 months ago.

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