# GeoVerse Maps – Google Maps Block for WordPress

> GeoVerse Maps has 40+ active installs and 128 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 63/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** GeoVerse Maps is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 63/100 on our health check.

**GeoVerse Maps adds a real Google Maps block to the WordPress block editor. Drop it into a post or page, search for your address, and you have a working map — no Google Cloud console, no API key, and nothing to configure…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 3,228
- **Downloads (30 days):** 128 (-20.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 63/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.5.2
- **Last updated:** Aug 26, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.1+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** WPXERO (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wpxero/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-google-map-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Google Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-maps/) | #65 | 172 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,295 |
| [local seo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/local-seo/) | #10 | 61 |
| [map block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/map-block/) | #7 | 11 |
| [Store locator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/store-locator/) | #22 | 66 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps | >100 | 2,626 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,818 |
| local seo | >100 | 1,767 |
| map block | #84 | 2,220 |
| Store locator | #65 | 162 |

## Version adoption

- 1.5: 65.9%
- 1.3: 34.2%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Go Maps – Google Map, OpenStreetMap, Leaflet Map](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-google-maps/) | 300K+ | 4.8/5 (3,047) | Sep 28, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 2 | [iframe](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/iframe/) | 60K+ | 4.4/5 (56) | May 17, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 3 | [WP Maps – Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, Store Locator with Search, Filters & Listings](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-google-map-plugin/) | 60K+ | 4.3/5 (122) | Sep 24, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 4 | [WP Store Locator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-store-locator/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (312) | Sep 25, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [API KEY for Google Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/api-key-for-google-maps/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (55) | Sep 30, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 6 | [MapPress – Google Maps, OpenStreetMap & Leaflet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mappress-google-maps-for-wordpress/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (147) | Sep 28, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 7 | [Snazzy Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/snazzy-maps/) | 30K+ | 4.2/5 (15) | May 7, 2025 | 49/100 |
| 8 | [Maps Widget for Google Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-maps-widget/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (512) | Aug 16, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 9 | [Easy Google Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-maps-easy/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (251) | Sep 29, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 10 | [Map Block for Google Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/map-block-gutenberg/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (21) | Aug 16, 2026 | 84/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is GeoVerse Maps free?
Yes. GeoVerse Maps is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is GeoVerse Maps safe to use in 2026?
GeoVerse Maps is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 63/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GeoVerse Maps?
GeoVerse Maps is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,228 times since it launched in April 2023. It was downloaded 128 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GeoVerse Maps work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested GeoVerse Maps up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.1 or newer.

### What PHP version does GeoVerse Maps need?
GeoVerse Maps requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was GeoVerse Maps last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.2, was released on August 26, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes GeoVerse Maps?
GeoVerse Maps is developed and maintained by WPXERO.

### What are the best alternatives to GeoVerse Maps?
The most popular alternatives to GeoVerse Maps are WP Go Maps (300K+ installs), iframe (60K+ installs) and WP Maps (60K+ installs).


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