Question 1

What is the best WordPress Panels plugin?

Accepted Answer

The most widely used panels 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 2 panels plugins available.

Question 2

How many WordPress Panels plugins are there?

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As of April 2026, there are 2 WordPress panels plugins listed on PluginSift. This includes free, freemium, and premium options from various developers.

Question 3

Are there free Panels plugins for WordPress?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the majority of WordPress panels 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 Panels 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 Panels Plugins

Colorbox Panels & Info Box

PE Panels

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