# eHive Search widget

> eHive Search widget has 20+ active installs and 55 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 52/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** eHive Search widget works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 52/100 on our health check.

**A widget plugin that provides access to eHive Search from a widget.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 4,881
- **Downloads (30 days):** 55 (+37.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 52/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 2.4.0
- **Last updated:** May 25, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.3.1+, PHP 5.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Vernon Systems Limited (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/vernonsystems/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ehive-search-widget/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [archive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/archive/) | #72 | 159 |
| [collection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/collection/) | #11 | 27 |
| [ehive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ehive/) | #6 | 11 |
| [history](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/history/) | #39 | 72 |
| [museum](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/museum/) | #9 | 19 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| archive | >100 | 5,749 |
| collection | >100 | 3,331 |
| ehive | #6 | 11 |
| history | >100 | 5,206 |
| museum | #30 | 84 |

## Version adoption

- 2.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Jetpack VaultPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vaultpress/) | 10K+ | 3.8/5 (72) | Apr 10, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 2 | [Zippy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zippy/) | 8K+ | 4.6/5 (16) | Sep 30, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 3 | [Posts List](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/posts-list/) | 7K+ | 4.5/5 (2) | Jun 6, 2013 | 35/100 |
| 4 | [Easy Custom Auto Excerpt](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-custom-auto-excerpt/) | 6K+ | 4.5/5 (151) | Apr 16, 2024 | 48/100 |
| 5 | [Simple Yearly Archive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-yearly-archive/) | 6K+ | 4.7/5 (30) | Aug 15, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 6 | [Archive Content with Archived Post Status](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/archived-post-status/) | 5K+ | 4.9/5 (36) | Feb 17, 2026 | 50/100 |
| 7 | [Advanced Posts/Page](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-posts-per-page/) | 3K+ | — | Jul 18, 2012 | 28/100 |
| 8 | [JS Archive List](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jquery-archive-list-widget/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (45) | Apr 3, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 9 | [Sitekit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sitekit/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 15, 2025 | 44/100 |
| 10 | [Ultimate Noindex Nofollow Tool II](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-noindex-nofollow-tool-ii/) | 3K+ | 3.1/5 (8) | Feb 20, 2024 | 32/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is eHive Search widget safe to use in 2026?
eHive Search widget works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 52/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use eHive Search widget?
eHive Search widget is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,881 times since it launched in April 2013. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.

### Does eHive Search widget work with WordPress 7.1?
eHive Search widget is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does eHive Search widget need?
eHive Search widget requires PHP 5.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was eHive Search widget last updated?
The latest version, 2.4.0, was released on May 25, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes eHive Search widget?
eHive Search widget is developed and maintained by Vernon Systems Limited.

### What are the best alternatives to eHive Search widget?
The most popular alternatives to eHive Search widget are Jetpack VaultPress (10K+ installs), Zippy (8K+ installs) and Posts List (7K+ installs).


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