Question 1

What is the best WordPress Gmaps plugin?

Accepted Answer

The most widely used gmaps plugins are ranked by active installations on PluginSift. You can sort by popularity, rating, or recent updates to find the best option for your needs. As of April 2026, there are 5 gmaps plugins available.

Question 2

How many WordPress Gmaps plugins are there?

Accepted Answer

As of April 2026, there are 5 WordPress gmaps plugins listed on PluginSift. This includes free, freemium, and premium options from various developers.

Question 3

Are there free Gmaps plugins for WordPress?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the majority of WordPress gmaps plugins offer a free version. Many also have premium tiers with advanced features. You can use the filter options above to browse only free plugins.

Question 4

How do I compare Gmaps plugins?

Accepted Answer

PluginSift lets you compare any two plugins side by side. Visit a plugin page and click "Compare", or use the Compare tool in the navigation. Comparison pages show ratings, active installations, support quality, update frequency, and more.

WordPress Gmaps Plugins

Simple Shortcode for Google Maps

WP Google Maps Shortcode

Map Engine – Google Maps and Open…

Geolocate My Posts

LB GMaps

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