BlogKit – Advanced Blog Elements for Elementor
BlogKit enhances your WordPress blog with advanced Elementor widgets and features for creating beautiful blog layouts.
Solid choice
BlogKit is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 62/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where BlogKit stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| blog design | >100 |
| custom post layout | >100 |
| elementor | >100 |
| grid posts | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About BlogKit
From the official readme · v1.3.2Description
BlogKit is a powerful WordPress plugin that extends Elementor with advanced blog widgets and features. Create stunning blog layouts with various styles and customization options.
Key Features
- Blog Classic Grid Widget
- Customizable Post Layouts
- Advanced Styling Options
- Post Format Support
- Responsive Design
- Easy to Use Interface
Blog Classic Grid Widget
The Blog Classic Grid widget allows you to:
* Display posts in 2-4 columns grid layout
* Customize colors, typography, and spacing
* Show/hide post meta information
* Support for all post formats (Standard, Audio, Video, Gallery, etc.)
* Responsive design for all devices
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/blogkitdirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Use the BlogKit widgets in Elementor editor
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin require Elementor?
Yes, BlogKit requires Elementor page builder plugin to be installed and activated.
Is this plugin compatible with my theme?
BlogKit works with any WordPress theme that supports Elementor.
Can I customize the colors and typography?
Yes, all BlogKit widgets come with extensive styling options in the Elementor editor.
Changelog
Initial release of BlogKit plugin.
1.3.2
- Card Grid – Added fallback/placeholder thumbnail feature for posts without a featured image.
- Card Grid – Added Enable/Disable toggle for fallback thumbnail in the Layout settings.
- Card Grid – Fixed fallback thumbnail height to match real thumbnail size.
1.3.1
- CSS issue fix
1.3.0
- Card Grid – Layout 2,3 Added.
- Post Card.
- Smart Posts List – Layout 1,2,3.
- Featured Grid (New Widget).
- Taxonomy Slider (New Widget).
1.2.1
- Added Featured Grid Widget
- Card Grid Widget pagination added and improvement features.
1.2.0
- Add Taxonomy List Widgets
- Add Grid Layout Widgets
1.1.0
- Taxonomy List Widgets added
- Added Card Grid Widget
For developers
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FAQ
BlogKit: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is BlogKit free?
Yes. BlogKit is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is BlogKit safe to use in 2026?
BlogKit is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 62/100 on our health check.
How many websites use BlogKit?
BlogKit is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 863 times since it launched in June 2025. It was downloaded 80 times in the last 30 days.
Does BlogKit work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested BlogKit up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.
What PHP version does BlogKit need?
BlogKit requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was BlogKit last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.2, was released on August 22, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes BlogKit?
BlogKit is developed and maintained by Nexiby LLC.
What are the best alternatives to BlogKit?
The most popular alternatives to BlogKit are Blog Designer (10K+ installs), Blogsqode (300+ installs) and Starter Blog Templates For… (20+ installs).
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