# GR Widget – Google Reviews Widget

> GR Widget – Google Reviews Widget has 500+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 10 reviews and 981 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 86/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Safe pick.** Yes — GR Widget is a safe, well-maintained plugin to use in 2026. It runs on 500+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 86/100 on our health check.

**Google reviews widget for WordPress — shortcode or block, no API keys. Link a free account for more. Unlimited views.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 500+
- **Total downloads:** 2,208
- **Downloads (30 days):** 981 (-4.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 10 reviews
- **Health score:** 86/100 (Excellent)
- **Version:** 1.1.2
- **Last updated:** Aug 28, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 2 of 2 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** GR Widget (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/grwidget/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/gr-widget/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [business reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/business-reviews/) | #3 | 14 |
| [Google Reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-reviews/) | #18 | 78 |
| [google reviews embed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-reviews-embed/) | #1 | 1 |
| [google reviews widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-reviews-widget/) | #1 | 2 |
| [testimonials](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/testimonials/) | #30 | 232 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| business reviews | #26 | 2,442 |
| Google Reviews | #14 | 3,874 |
| google reviews embed | #10 | 846 |
| google reviews widget | #7 | 1,742 |
| testimonials | >100 | 1,334 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 89.7%
- 1.0: 10.3%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Site Reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/site-reviews/) | 60K+ | 4.9/5 (372) | Sep 19, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 2 | [WP Google Review Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-google-places-review-slider/) | 30K+ | 4.9/5 (371) | Aug 11, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 4 | [Helpfulcrowd Product Reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/helpfulcrowd-product-reviews/) | 60+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 20, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 5 | [Revix Reviews – All-in-One Business Review Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/revix-reviews/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | Dec 28, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 6 | [Customer Reviews by Revukangaroo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/customer-reviews-by-revukangaroo/) | 30+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 27, 2021 | 31/100 |
| 7 | [Arrivala – Online Business Reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/arrivala-online-business-reviews/) | 30+ | — | May 15, 2024 | 24/100 |
| 8 | [Reviews UP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/reviews-up/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Feb 17, 2025 | 33/100 |
| 9 | [Business Reviews](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/business-reviews/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Apr 9, 2017 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [Reviews Showcase for Google](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/reviews-showcase-for-google/) | <10 | — | Mar 10, 2026 | 36/100 |
| 11 | [ElPlan Kuchikomi Wall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/elplan-kuchikomi-wall/) | <10 | — | May 24, 2026 | 42/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is GR Widget safe to use in 2026?
Yes — GR Widget is a safe, well-maintained plugin to use in 2026. It runs on 500+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 86/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GR Widget?
GR Widget is active on 500+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,208 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 981 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GR Widget work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested GR Widget up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.

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

### When was GR Widget last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.2, was released on August 28, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes GR Widget?
GR Widget is developed and maintained by GR Widget.

### What are the best alternatives to GR Widget?
The most popular alternatives to GR Widget are Site Reviews (60K+ installs), WP Google Review Slider (30K+ installs) and Helpfulcrowd Product Reviews (60+ installs).


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