# Awesomesauce Blocks

> Awesomesauce Blocks has 10+ active installs and 62 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 38/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Awesomesauce Blocks shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

**Awesomesauce blocks for your WordPress website with ultra lightweight codes and extraterrestrial design! (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 727
- **Downloads (30 days):** 62 (+87.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 38/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Jan 9, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Ѧwesomə Pøssum ❤️ (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/awesomesaucepossum/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/awesomesauce-blocks/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blocks/) | >100 | 609 |
| [particle effects](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/particle-effects/) | #1 | 1 |
| [qr code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/qr-code/) | #54 | 184 |
| [text effects](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/text-effects/) | #3 | 4 |
| [Typewriter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/typewriter/) | #5 | 10 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| blocks | >100 | 10,000 |
| particle effects | #49 | 86 |
| qr code | >100 | 1,475 |
| text effects | >100 | 2,917 |
| Typewriter | #30 | 72 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,870) | Oct 9, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 2 | [Kadence Blocks — Page Builder Toolkit for Gutenberg Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kadence-blocks/) | 600K+ | 4.8/5 (332) | Oct 6, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 3 | [Extendify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/extendify/) | 500K+ | 4.7/5 (10) | Oct 8, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/so-widgets-bundle/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (134) | Oct 2, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 5 | [Otter Blocks – Gutenberg Blocks, Page Builder for Gutenberg Editor & FSE](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/otter-blocks/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (250) | Sep 29, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 6 | [Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks – CoBlocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/coblocks/) | 300K+ | 4.2/5 (109) | Mar 5, 2026 | 50/100 |
| 7 | [GenerateBlocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/generateblocks/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (122) | Aug 18, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 8 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 9 | [Stackable – Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/stackable-ultimate-gutenberg-blocks/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (522) | Sep 9, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [Widget Options – Advanced Conditional Visibility for Gutenberg Blocks & Classic Widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-options/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,516) | Sep 11, 2026 | 76/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Awesomesauce Blocks safe to use in 2026?
Awesomesauce Blocks shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Awesomesauce Blocks?
Awesomesauce Blocks is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 727 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 62 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Awesomesauce Blocks work with WordPress 7.1?
Awesomesauce Blocks is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Awesomesauce Blocks need?
Awesomesauce Blocks requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Awesomesauce Blocks last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on January 9, 2026 (9 months ago).

### Who makes Awesomesauce Blocks?
Awesomesauce Blocks is developed and maintained by Ѧwesomə Pøssum ❤️.

### What are the best alternatives to Awesomesauce Blocks?
The most popular alternatives to Awesomesauce Blocks are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Kadence Blocks (600K+ installs) and Extendify (500K+ installs).


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