# Advanced Maps Block

> Advanced Maps Block has 30+ active installs, a 4/5 rating from 1 reviews and 67 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 28/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Advanced Maps Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.

**A Google Maps implementation for the WordPress block editor. This plugin has no functionality for the Classic Editor. Designed to be a feature rich implementation for Google Maps, this plugin requires a Google Maps…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 2,328
- **Downloads (30 days):** 67 (+86.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 28/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.3
- **Last updated:** Nov 26, 2022
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.1.15
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 5.2.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Mark Marzeotti (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mmarzeotti/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-maps-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Google Maps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-maps/) | #70 | 172 |
| [Gutenberg block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg-block/) | #80 | 130 |
| [map block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/map-block/) | #8 | 11 |
| [wordpress block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-block/) | #2 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps | >100 | 2,667 |
| Gutenberg block | >100 | 6,691 |
| map block | >100 | 2,273 |
| wordpress block | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 0.3: 100%

## 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) | Oct 7, 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 | 88/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Advanced Maps Block safe to use in 2026?
Advanced Maps Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Advanced Maps Block?
Advanced Maps Block is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,328 times since it launched in September 2019. It was downloaded 67 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Advanced Maps Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Advanced Maps Block is officially tested up to WordPress 6.1.15, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Advanced Maps Block need?
Advanced Maps Block requires PHP 5.2.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Advanced Maps Block last updated?
The latest version, 0.3, was released on November 26, 2022 (4 years ago).

### Who makes Advanced Maps Block?
Advanced Maps Block is developed and maintained by Mark Marzeotti.

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


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