# Native Emoji vs WebNow Emoji Reactions

> Native Emoji vs WebNow Emoji Reactions compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. WebNow Emoji Reactions comes out ahead, winning 4 of 7 head-to-head checks against Native Emoji.

**WebNow Emoji Reactions comes out ahead, winning 4 of 7 head-to-head checks against Native Emoji.** Choose Native Emoji if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose WebNow Emoji Reactions if you care most about download trend, health score and last updated.

| | Native Emoji | WebNow Emoji Reactions |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 5K+ ✅ | <10 |
| Downloads (30 days) | 353 ✅ | 56 |
| Download trend | +29.3% | +64.7% ✅ |
| Rating | 3.7/5 | — |
| Reviews | 19 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 36/100 | 42/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 8 years ago | 5 months ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 4.9.34 | WP 6.9.10 ✅ |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | Jul 2015 | May 2026 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Native Emoji or WebNow Emoji Reactions?
WebNow Emoji Reactions comes out ahead, winning 4 of 7 head-to-head checks against Native Emoji. Choose Native Emoji if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose WebNow Emoji Reactions if you care most about download trend, health score and last updated.

### Is Native Emoji more popular than WebNow Emoji Reactions?
Native Emoji is the more popular of the two with 5K+ active installs, compared with <10 for WebNow Emoji Reactions.

### Can I use Native Emoji and WebNow Emoji Reactions together?
Both plugins cover emoji, 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 Native Emoji and WebNow Emoji Reactions 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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