# ConFab

> ConFab has 10+ active installs and 63 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 42/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** ConFab works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

**Create professional conference schedules with responsive table and grid layouts. Security-hardened, accessible, and built for modern WordPress.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 602
- **Downloads (30 days):** 63 (+43.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 42/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 2.2.0
- **Last updated:** Feb 8, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 1 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** LaughterOnWater (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/laughteronwater/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/confab/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Conference](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/conference/) | #11 | 21 |
| [conference schedule](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/conference-schedule/) | #1 | 1 |
| [events](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/events/) | >100 | 472 |
| [session schedule](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/session-schedule/) | #1 | 1 |
| [sessions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sessions/) | #6 | 20 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Conference | >100 | 246 |
| conference schedule | #47 | 108 |
| events | >100 | 8,808 |
| session schedule | >100 | 784 |
| sessions | >100 | 4,603 |

## Version adoption

- 2.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Events Addon for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/events-addon-for-elementor/) | 7K+ | 3.2/5 (5) | Aug 28, 2025 | 43/100 |
| 2 | [FlexMeeting – Webinar & Meeting Plugin for Jitsi Meet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webinar-and-video-conference-with-jitsi-meet/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (38) | Sep 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 3 | [BuddyMeet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/buddymeet/) | 600+ | 4.7/5 (14) | Jul 3, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 4 | [MeetingHub – Webinar & Meeting Plugin for Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, Microsoft Teams, & Jitsi Meet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meetinghub/) | 400+ | 4.8/5 (13) | Sep 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 5 | [Conference Scheduler](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conference-scheduler/) | 200+ | 4.2/5 (5) | Jul 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 6 | [Eveeno](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/eveeno/) | 200+ | — | Jan 15, 2025 | 29/100 |
| 7 | [Hello I am here! Video conferences](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hello-i-am-here/) | 200+ | 4.7/5 (6) | Apr 6, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 8 | [Sympose](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sympose/) | 50+ | 4/5 (4) | Aug 6, 2024 | 29/100 |
| 9 | [ZooMeet – Zoom Meeting & Webinar Integration / Dedicated Zoom Video Conference Solution for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zoomeet/) | 20+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 29, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [SimplyConf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simplyconf/) | 20+ | — | Oct 3, 2026 | 67/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ConFab safe to use in 2026?
ConFab works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ConFab?
ConFab is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 602 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 63 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ConFab work with WordPress 7.1?
ConFab is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was ConFab last updated?
The latest version, 2.2.0, was released on February 8, 2026 (8 months ago).

### Who makes ConFab?
ConFab is developed and maintained by LaughterOnWater.

### What are the best alternatives to ConFab?
The most popular alternatives to ConFab are Events Addon for Elementor (7K+ installs), FlexMeeting (1K+ installs) and BuddyMeet (600+ installs).


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