# BM Grid

> BM Grid has 20+ active installs and 74 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** BM Grid shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**BM Grid WordPress plugin will make your portfolio and gallery easily. The unique Drag&Drop custom portfolio builder is built-in.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 2,209
- **Downloads (30 days):** 74 (+19.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Mar 29, 2017
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.7.38
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** SeaTheme (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/uiueux/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/bm-grid/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gallery/) | >100 | 761 |
| [justified](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/justified/) | #1 | 5 |
| [metro](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/metro/) | #2 | 2 |
| [photo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/photo/) | #67 | 151 |
| [portfolio](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/portfolio/) | #79 | 208 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| gallery | >100 | 4,321 |
| justified | >100 | 199 |
| metro | #42 | 51 |
| photo | >100 | 3,404 |
| portfolio | >100 | 1,611 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Smart Slider 3](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-slider-3/) | 800K+ | 4.9/5 (1,125) | Aug 19, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 2 | [Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ml-slider/) | 500K+ | 4.6/5 (741) | Sep 30, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 3 | [Photo Gallery, Sliders, Proofing and Themes – NextGEN Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nextgen-gallery/) | 300K+ | 4.3/5 (4,341) | Oct 1, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 4 | [Firelight Lightbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-fancybox/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (360) | Oct 5, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Photo Gallery by 10Web – Mobile-Friendly Image Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/photo-gallery/) | 100K+ | 4.5/5 (1,581) | Sep 28, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 6 | [Responsive Lightbox & Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/responsive-lightbox/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (2,003) | Oct 5, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Lightbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-lightbox/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (239) | Sep 12, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 8 | [Envira Gallery – Image Photo Gallery, Albums, Video Gallery, Slideshows & More](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/envira-gallery-lite/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (1,596) | Oct 7, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 9 | [Lightbox & Modal Popup WordPress Plugin – FooBox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/foobox-image-lightbox/) | 100K+ | 3.9/5 (95) | Aug 27, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 10 | [Carousel, Slider, Photo Gallery with Lightbox, Video Slider, by WP Carousel](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-carousel-free/) | 60K+ | 4.7/5 (434) | Oct 8, 2026 | 79/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is BM Grid safe to use in 2026?
BM Grid shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use BM Grid?
BM Grid is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,209 times since it launched in March 2017. It was downloaded 74 times in the last 30 days.

### Does BM Grid work with WordPress 7.1?
BM Grid is officially tested up to WordPress 4.7.38, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was BM Grid last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on March 29, 2017 (10 years ago).

### Who makes BM Grid?
BM Grid is developed and maintained by SeaTheme.

### What are the best alternatives to BM Grid?
The most popular alternatives to BM Grid are Smart Slider 3 (800K+ installs), Slider, Gallery, and Carous… (500K+ installs) and Photo Gallery, Sliders, Pro… (300K+ installs).


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