# GenerateBlocks vs LJ Random Or Recent

> GenerateBlocks vs LJ Random Or Recent compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. GenerateBlocks comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against LJ Random Or Recent.

**GenerateBlocks comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against LJ Random Or Recent.** Choose GenerateBlocks if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | GenerateBlocks | LJ Random Or Recent |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 200K+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 117.6K ✅ | 39 |
| Download trend | +51.4% ✅ | +14.7% |
| Rating | 4.9/5 | — |
| Reviews | 122 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 90/100 ✅ | 23/100 |
| Last updated | 6 days ago ✅ | 17 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 ✅ | WP 2.8.5 |
| Support resolved | 60% | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ | Any |
| First released | May 2020 | Jun 2009 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, GenerateBlocks or LJ Random Or Recent?
GenerateBlocks comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against LJ Random Or Recent. Choose GenerateBlocks if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is GenerateBlocks more popular than LJ Random Or Recent?
GenerateBlocks is the more popular of the two with 200K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for LJ Random Or Recent.

### Can I use GenerateBlocks and LJ Random Or Recent together?
Both plugins cover posts, 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 GenerateBlocks and LJ Random Or Recent 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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