# Better Field Groups for ACF

> Better Field Groups for ACF has <10 active installs and 66 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Better Field Groups for ACF works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Better Field Groups for ACF is a lightweight enhancement plugin that improves the editing experience for WordPress sites using Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and also Secure Custom Fields (SCF). The plugin removes the…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 496
- **Downloads (30 days):** 66 (+53.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** May 20, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** YMMV Plugins (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ymmvplugins/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/better-field-groups-for-acf/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [acf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/acf/) | >100 | 355 |
| [advanced custom fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/advanced-custom-fields/) | >100 | 142 |
| [field group](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/field-group/) | #2 | 3 |
| [field groups](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/field-groups/) | #5 | 5 |
| [scf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scf/) | #6 | 7 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| acf | >100 | 1,636 |
| advanced custom fields | >100 | 5,519 |
| field group | >100 | 3,643 |
| field groups | >100 | 3,638 |
| scf | #31 | 56 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Advanced Custom Fields (ACF®)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields/) | 2M+ | 4.5/5 (1,440) | Sep 10, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 2 | [ACF Content Analysis for Yoast SEO](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-content-analysis-for-yoast-seo/) | 100K+ | 4.1/5 (35) | Oct 6, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 3 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Extended](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-extended/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (132) | Aug 27, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Font Awesome Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields-font-awesome/) | 90K+ | 4.9/5 (36) | Aug 25, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 5 | [ACF Photo Gallery Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/navz-photo-gallery/) | 60K+ | 4/5 (29) | Dec 26, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 6 | [Table Field Add-on for ACF and SCF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields-table-field/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (59) | Oct 7, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 7 | [Really Simple CSV Importer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/really-simple-csv-importer/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (107) | Jul 16, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 8 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Gravity Forms Add-on](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-gravityforms-add-on/) | 30K+ | 4.2/5 (14) | Dec 2, 2025 | 55/100 |
| 9 | [ACF Quick Edit Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-quickedit-fields/) | 30K+ | 4.5/5 (43) | Jan 11, 2025 | 38/100 |
| 10 | [Image Aspect Ratio Crop Field for Advanced Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-image-aspect-ratio-crop/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (27) | Sep 10, 2026 | 74/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Better Field Groups for ACF free?
Yes. Better Field Groups for ACF is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Better Field Groups for ACF safe to use in 2026?
Better Field Groups for ACF works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Better Field Groups for ACF?
Better Field Groups for ACF is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 496 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 66 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Better Field Groups for ACF work with WordPress 7.1?
Better Field Groups for ACF is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Better Field Groups for ACF need?
Better Field Groups for ACF requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Better Field Groups for ACF last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on May 20, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes Better Field Groups for ACF?
Better Field Groups for ACF is developed and maintained by YMMV Plugins.

### What are the best alternatives to Better Field Groups for ACF?
The most popular alternatives to Better Field Groups for ACF are Advanced Custom Fields (ACF… (2M+ installs), ACF Content Analysis for Yo… (100K+ installs) and Advanced Custom Fields: Ext… (100K+ installs).


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