# Custom links in Elementor… vs Custom Sidebar Links

> Custom links in Elementor… vs Custom Sidebar Links compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Custom links in Elementor I… comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Custom Sidebar Links.

**Custom links in Elementor I… comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Custom Sidebar Links.** Choose Custom links in Elementor I… if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | Custom links in Elementor Image Carousel | Custom Sidebar Links |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 5K+ ✅ | 70+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 330 ✅ | 83 |
| Download trend | +32.5% ✅ | +16.9% |
| Rating | 4.7/5 | — |
| Reviews | 25 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 45/100 ✅ | 25/100 |
| Last updated | 4 years ago ✅ | 11 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 6.1.15 ✅ | WP 4.4.34 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ | Any |
| First released | Dec 2021 | Jan 2016 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Custom links in Elementor I… or Custom Sidebar Links?
Custom links in Elementor I… comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Custom Sidebar Links. Choose Custom links in Elementor I… if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is Custom links in Elementor I… more popular than Custom Sidebar Links?
Custom links in Elementor I… is the more popular of the two with 5K+ active installs, compared with 70+ for Custom Sidebar Links.

### Can I use Custom links in Elementor I… and Custom Sidebar Links together?
Both plugins cover custom links, so most sites only need one. Running two plugins that do the same job can cause conflicts and slow your site down — pick the one that fits best and remove the other.

### Are Custom links in Elementor I… and Custom Sidebar Links free?
Yes. Both are free to download from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. Either may also offer paid upgrades from its developer.


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