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BlockWheels

BlockWheels is a free WordPress plugin that enhances the Gutenberg editor with an extensive collection of prebuilt blocks and templates.

Active installs30+10+ tier
Downloads · 30d70▲ +14.8% vs prev. 30d
Rating—0 reviews
Health score27/100At risk
All-time downloads2.2KSince Apr 2024
Support resolved—No recent threads
RequiresWP 6.2PHP 7.2+
Downloads · 7d17▼ -19% week over week
Our verdict

Consider an alternative

BlockWheels shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 27/100 on our health check.

  • Small user base (30+ active installs)
  • Very few reviews so far
  • No update in over a year
  • Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)

How does it stack up?

Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support

Daily downloads

258Jun 30Aug 13Sep 27
Yesterday1
Daily average (1y)2
Peak day11Sep 10, 2026
Last 12 months598

Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.

Rankings

Where BlockWheels stands today

WordPress.org search rankings

Live position in the plugin search, top 100
KeywordPositionCompeting pluginsCategory
blocks >100 10,000 Best blocks plugins →
gutenberg >100 7,752 Best gutenberg plugins →
gutenberg blocks >100 6,560 Best gutenberg blocks plugins →
page builder >100 8,579 Best page builder plugins →
wordpress blocks >100 10,000 Best wordpress blocks plugins →

Version adoption

Share of active sites per release.

  • 1.0100.0%

About BlockWheels

From the official readme · v1.0.2

Description

BlockWheels provides interactive Gutenberg blocks within the WordPress block editor. Create engaging posts and pages by using a variety of features, including post grids, post blocks, and more. It serves as a flexible page builder, accommodating blocks, patterns, templates, and full-site editing.

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A Quick overview of BlockWheels

What makes BlockWheels special:

  • Access free support whenever you need assistance.
  • Customize your content effortlessly with an intuitive, user-friendly editor.
  • Access your website seamlessly from any browser, ensuring universal compatibility.
  • Experience flawless performance across all devices with mobile-responsive design.
  • Personalize your site effortlessly with customizable options including placement, colors, fonts, and more.
  • Simplify installation with no coding or developer required, making setup a breeze.
  • Stay ahead with stable, regularly updated blocks for consistent performance.
  • Seamlessly integrate with Gutenberg Editor for enhanced functionality.
  • Utilize advanced Gutenberg blocks designed for developers, providing extensive customization options.
  • Achieve real-time customization with seamless interplay among core Gutenberg blocks, ensuring a professional and performance-oriented WordPress experience.

25+ Free & Advanced Blocks and Counting

Design without limits in WordPress block editor, using 25+ of the most useful BlockWheels for Gutenberg.

  • Container – Easily add columns and any blocks either individual or groups of blocks. Customize options to tailor the container as per the requirements.
  • Heading – Organize your content and improve website readability by humans and search engines.
  • Paragraph – Add and edit the text within the block editor using Paragraph Block. Create easy-to-read and well-structured content using a versatile and user-friendly interface.
  • Spacer/Divider – Use the WordPress Spacer block to create appealing space between blocks, making your content more attractive and readable.
  • Template Library – Includes a collection of pre-designed web pages and pattern layouts that are creative and functional.
  • Icons – Creatively showcase contains within box format, complete with icons, titles, descriptions, and any information.
  • Video Box – Compatible with popular video platforms with extensive customization options. Impressively showcase the audio and video content of the choice.
  • Testimonials – Create testimonials and display positive customer comments in various ways to build trust and credibility.
  • Services – Showcase your services professionally with a new block in the Block Editor, creating a stunning service section.
  • Grid Posts – Easily create a post grid layout for displaying posts and thumbnails using the WordPress block editor.
  • Logo Carousel – Showcase a group of logo images in an attractive carousel using an intuitive Shortcode Generator. It’s very user-friendly and convenient to manage.
  • Accordion – Want to display your content interestingly and more easily to browse through? Accordion will allow you to to present the information interactively through click and expand patterns.
  • Google Map – Integrates the Google Maps features and functionalities. Enables display maps, access to location information, generate directions, and other related functionalities.
  • Hero Slider (PRO) – Create a visually impressive EXPERIENCE with the Hero Slider, impressing your site visitors with a memorable first impression.
  • Team Members (PRO) – Easily showcase your team with pictures, positions, bios, and social links using a simple Shortcode.
  • Counters (PRO) – Display statistics in a fun and interesting way to highlight your achievements or company data.
  • Portfolios (PRO) – Display your personal or company portfolio items beautifully. The portfolio plugin includes a widget and a carousel slider with customizable item display settings.
  • Masonry Gallery (PRO) – Add an appealing masonry effect to images in posts, custom posts, and pages with ease.
  • Lottie Animation (PRO) – Customize Lottie animations effortlessly to match your brand identity, staying sharp at any size.
  • List Icons (PRO) – Creatively showcase contents within box format, complete with icons, titles, descriptions, and any information.
  • Progress Bar (PRO) – Represents progress or skill levels in a linear progress bar with options to customize colors and backgrounds to suit your style.
  • Circular Progress Bar (PRO) – Represents skill levels with a circular progress indicator, allowing you to input skill names and proficiency percentages for clearly displaying expertise.
  • Countdown (PRO) – Lets you set and show a timer for any event or deadline, with customizable date and time options for a clear visual countdown.
  • Price Menu (PRO) – Enables to create a well-organized display of menu items with titles, descriptions, and prices, featuring two versatile styling presets.
  • Shape Divider (PRO) – Adds customizable and stylish shapes to the top or bottom of your sections with options for background colors to enhance your design.

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Copyright

BlockWheels, Copyright (C) 2024, WPWheels https://wpwheels.com/
BlockWheels plugin is distributed under the terms of the GNU GPL.

Credits

CountUp
Copyright, inorganik
License: MIT – https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT
Source: https://github.com/inorganik/countUp.js

Slide
Copyright (c) 2022 Naotoshi Fujita
License: MIT – https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT
Source: https://github.com/Splidejs/splide

Swiper
Copyright 2014-2022 Vladimir Kharlampidi
License: MIT – https://opensource.org/licenses/MIT
Source: https://github.com/nolimits4web/swiper

Gutenberg Custom Template Library
License: GPLv2 or later – https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
Source: https://github.com/stellarwp/kadence-blocks/blob/master/includes/class-kadence-blocks-prebuilt-library.php

Webfonts Loader
WordPress Themes Team (WPTT)
License: MIT – https://github.com/WPTT/webfont-loader/blob/master/LICENSE
Source: https://github.com/WPTT/webfont-loader

Installation

  1. Upload the blockwheels folder to your /wp-content/plugins/ directory or alternatively upload the blockwheels.zip file via the plugin page of WordPress by clicking ‘Add New’ and selecting the zip from your computer.
  2. Activate the BlockWheels – Your Ultimate Customizable Gutenberg WordPress Plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
  3. Use BlockWheels blocks on your next page or post.

Frequently asked questions

Is BlockWheels free?

Yes! BlockWheels is 100% free and always will be. Free plans can be limited in views and displaying but you can easily upgrade them. In case you want to get more features or impressions, you may choose one of our pricing plans.

Are your blocks mobile friendly?

Sure! They work perfectly on any device – from desktop to tablet. You can be sure that you’ll provide great user experience.

Are your blocks compatible with my website theme?

Sure! Our tools are compatible with themes and page builders that meet the standard WordPress requirements.

Screenshots

Accordion WordPress Block
Accordion WordPress Block
Section with Services WordPress Block
Section with Services WordPress Block
Google Map WordPress Block
Google Map WordPress Block
Client Logo Carousel WordPress Block
Client Logo Carousel WordPress Block
Grid Post. Perfectly aligns equal heights and columns
Grid Post. Perfectly aligns equal heights and columns
Section with Counter. Feature to showcase your statistics effectively
Section with Counter. Feature to showcase your statistics effectively
Icon WordPress Block. Pick icon from 100+ options available
Icon WordPress Block. Pick icon from 100+ options available
Testimonial WordPress Block
Testimonial WordPress Block
Pattern Library: Import Pre-built Layouts or Sections
Pattern Library: Import Pre-built Layouts or Sections

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FAQ

BlockWheels: quick answers

Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.

Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026

Is BlockWheels free?

Yes. BlockWheels is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

Is BlockWheels safe to use in 2026?

BlockWheels shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 27/100 on our health check.

How many websites use BlockWheels?

BlockWheels is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,232 times since it launched in April 2024. It was downloaded 70 times in the last 30 days.

Does BlockWheels work with WordPress 7.1?

BlockWheels is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

What PHP version does BlockWheels need?

BlockWheels requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

When was BlockWheels last updated?

The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on April 18, 2025 (1 year ago).

Who makes BlockWheels?

BlockWheels is developed and maintained by WPWheels.

What are the best alternatives to BlockWheels?

The most popular alternatives to BlockWheels are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Kadence Blocks (600K+ installs) and Extendify (500K+ installs).

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