Yes, Plyr is free to use. It is available as a free plugin on WordPress.org.

How many websites use Plyr?

Plyr has 100 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best Plyr alternatives?

Popular alternatives to Plyr include Fundamento, MediaElement.js Skin, WP Skin @ Home. You can compare them side-by-side on our comparison pages.

Does Plyr work with the latest WordPress?

Plyr has been tested up to WordPress 4.5.33. It requires WordPress 3.8+ and PHP false+.

Plyr — Reviews, Rating & Alternatives (2026)

Name: Plyr
Rating: 3 (2 reviews)
Author: Brandon Lavigne

As of April 2026, Plyr is a WordPress skin plugin with 100 active installations and a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews. It has been downloaded 11K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.8+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2016. Last updated 9 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Fundamento.

3/52 reviews

100active installs

11K+total downloads

10 yearssince 2016

Overview

Easily replace Vimeo and Youtube player with Plyr.io video player. A simple, accessible HTML5 media player by @sam_potts from @selz. Plyr.io allows you to interact with YouTube and Vimeo videos easily and consistently.

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