# Codeideal Open Fields

> Codeideal Open Fields has 100+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 155 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 66/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Codeideal Open Fields is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.

**A free, modern custom fields plugin for WordPress. Build field groups with a visual editor — no code required.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 1,271
- **Downloads (30 days):** 155 (+0.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 66/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 0.4.3
- **Last updated:** Jul 7, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** shayancode (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/shayancode/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/codeideal-open-fields/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-fields/) | #73 | 301 |
| [Custom Meta](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-meta/) | #1 | 5 |
| [field builder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/field-builder/) | #1 | 5 |
| [meta fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/meta-fields/) | #5 | 21 |
| [post meta](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-meta/) | #12 | 52 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom fields | >100 | 10,000 |
| Custom Meta | >100 | 6,724 |
| field builder | >100 | 5,144 |
| meta fields | #32 | 5,864 |
| post meta | >100 | 7,230 |

## Version adoption

- 0.4: 100%

## 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 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [Meta Box – A Framework for Dynamic Websites](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meta-box/) | 500K+ | 4.8/5 (165) | Sep 17, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 3 | [Checkout Field Editor (Checkout Manager) for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-checkout-field-editor-pro/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (1,056) | Sep 1, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Admin Columns](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/codepress-admin-columns/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,652) | Sep 1, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 5 | [Pods – Custom Content Types and Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pods/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (418) | Aug 31, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 6 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Extended](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-extended/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (132) | Aug 27, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 7 | [Secure Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/secure-custom-fields/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (66) | Aug 20, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 8 | [Flexible Checkout Fields for WooCommerce – WooCommerce Checkout Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-checkout-fields/) | 80K+ | 4.7/5 (296) | Sep 21, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 9 | [Sydney Toolbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sydney-toolbox/) | 50K+ | 2.3/5 (15) | Sep 22, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 10 | [Custom Field Template](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-field-template/) | 30K+ | 4/5 (24) | Aug 11, 2026 | 66/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Codeideal Open Fields free?
Yes. Codeideal Open Fields is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Codeideal Open Fields safe to use in 2026?
Codeideal Open Fields is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Codeideal Open Fields?
Codeideal Open Fields is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,271 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 155 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Codeideal Open Fields work with WordPress 7.1?
Codeideal Open Fields is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Codeideal Open Fields need?
Codeideal Open Fields requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Codeideal Open Fields last updated?
The latest version, 0.4.3, was released on July 7, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes Codeideal Open Fields?
Codeideal Open Fields is developed and maintained by shayancode.

### What are the best alternatives to Codeideal Open Fields?
The most popular alternatives to Codeideal Open Fields are Advanced Custom Fields (ACF… (2M+ installs), Meta Box (500K+ installs) and Checkout Field Editor (Chec… (400K+ installs).


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