Editor Blocks for Gutenberg
A unique collection of Gutenberg blocks. Here’s an example of a full page created with Editor Blocks – Editor Blocks Demo
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Editor Blocks for Gutenberg shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 700+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (700+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 6 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.5 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Editor Blocks for Gutenberg stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| blocks | >100 |
| editor blocks | >100 |
| gutenberg | >100 |
| gutenberg blocks | >100 |
| page builder | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About Editor Blocks for Gutenberg
From the official readme · v1.2.1Description
A unique collection of Gutenberg blocks. Here’s an example of a full page created with Editor Blocks – Editor Blocks Demo
The Blocks
Wrapper Block
Add a background image or color to any block, as well as padding and margins.
Hero Block
Pair this block with the wrapper block to create stunning hero areas.
Pricing Table Block
Beautiful 2, 3, 4 or 5 column pricing tables
Author Profile Block
Display a WordPress user’s profile dynamically using this block.
Team Members Block
Display a list of team members in a multi-column layout.
Testimonial Block
Showcase your client testimonials with this beautiful block.
Callout Block
Draw your visitors attention to your high-value pages or newsletter using an inline callout.
Brands Block
Display a collection of logos in a row. Perfect for highlighting your partners or clients.
Features Block
Display an organised feature list in columns. Accompany each feature with an image or icon.
Horizontal Feature Block
Highlight a key feature of your product or service using this horizontal display.
Vertical Feature Block
Highlight a key feature of your product or service using this vertical display.
Design Considerations
Editor Blocks look better with a wide layout, we recommend using a ‘Full Width’ page template if your theme has one. We’ve also built a (free) companion theme you can use:
Editor Blocks Theme
Editor Blocks Theme Setup
Source Code and Contributions
The entire source code of this plugin can be found on GitHub:
There are various ways you can contribute:
- Raise an Issue on GitHub
- Send a Pull Request with your bug fixes and/or new features
- Provide a Translation
Installation
You’ll need the Gutenberg plugin for this to work. Both Gutenberg and Editor Blocks can be installed from within /wp-admin.
1) Log in to the WordPress Admin.
2) Navigate to Plugins → Add New.
3) Type ‘Editor Blocks’ into the search field.
4) Once Editor Blocks appears, click ‘Install Now’ then ‘Activate’
Changelog
1.1.8
Remove Gutenberg plugin dependency
1.1.8
Add block descriptions
Fix enqueue handles
1.1.7
Improve ‘Author Block’ UI
1.1.6
Improve i18n support
Add ‘Author Profile’ Block
Remove DGB notice if already active
1.1.5
Improve 5.0 compatibility
1.1.4
Fix missing image in ‘Features’ block
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FAQ
Editor Blocks for Gutenberg: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 14, 2026
Is Editor Blocks for Gutenberg free?
Yes. Editor Blocks for Gutenberg is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Editor Blocks for Gutenberg safe to use in 2026?
Editor Blocks for Gutenberg shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 700+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Editor Blocks for Gutenberg?
Editor Blocks for Gutenberg is active on 700+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 32,411 times since it launched in August 2018. It was downloaded 186 times in the last 30 days.
Does Editor Blocks for Gutenberg work with WordPress 7.1?
Editor Blocks for Gutenberg is officially tested up to WordPress 5.5.23, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Editor Blocks for Gutenberg need?
Editor Blocks for Gutenberg requires PHP 5.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Editor Blocks for Gutenberg last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on August 12, 2020 (6 years ago).
Who makes Editor Blocks for Gutenberg?
Editor Blocks for Gutenberg is developed and maintained by Editor Blocks.
What are the best alternatives to Editor Blocks for Gutenberg?
The most popular alternatives to Editor Blocks for Gutenberg are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Kadence Blocks (600K+ installs) and Extendify (500K+ installs).
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