# Idara Reading Time

> Idara Reading Time has <10 active installs and 60 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Idara Reading Time works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**Show estimated reading time with an optional scroll progress bar. A lightweight, FSE-ready Gutenberg block that loads only where used.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 318
- **Downloads (30 days):** 60 (-45.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Aug 26, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Mohammad Sajid Ansari (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/sajidansari65/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/idara-reading-time/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blog/) | >100 | 260 |
| [fse](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/fse/) | #18 | 23 |
| [Gutenberg block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg-block/) | >100 | 130 |
| [progress bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/progress-bar/) | #62 | 76 |
| [reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-time/) | #54 | 61 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| blog | >100 | 10,000 |
| fse | >100 | 433 |
| Gutenberg block | >100 | 6,728 |
| progress bar | >100 | 2,270 |
| reading time | #86 | 2,063 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/so-widgets-bundle/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (134) | Oct 2, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [All In One Favicon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-favicon/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (82) | Aug 8, 2023 | 46/100 |
| 3 | [Gum Addon for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gum-elementor-addon/) | 50K+ | — | Aug 19, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 4 | [Blog Designer Pack – Blog, Post Grid, Post Slider, Post Carousel, Category Post, News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-designer-pack/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (79) | Oct 11, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Post Slider and Post Carousel with Post Vertical Scrolling Widget – A Responsive Post Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-slider-and-carousel/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (31) | Oct 11, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 6 | [Latest Posts Block – Dynamic Posts Grid, Posts List, Posts Tile with Stunning Layouts for WordPress Blogs & Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/latest-posts-block-lite/) | 6K+ | 4/5 (1) | Dec 10, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Blog Stats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-blog-stats/) | 4K+ | 4.9/5 (38) | Aug 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Classic Blog Grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/classic-blog-grid/) | 3K+ | 3/5 (2) | Sep 7, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 9 | [WP Image Borders](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-image-borders/) | 2K+ | 4.2/5 (45) | Nov 28, 2017 | 41/100 |
| 10 | [Blog-in-Blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-in-blog/) | 800+ | 5/5 (16) | Jan 26, 2026 | 48/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Idara Reading Time safe to use in 2026?
Idara Reading Time works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Idara Reading Time?
Idara Reading Time is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 318 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 60 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Idara Reading Time work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Idara Reading Time up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.4 or newer.

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

### When was Idara Reading Time last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on August 26, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes Idara Reading Time?
Idara Reading Time is developed and maintained by Mohammad Sajid Ansari.

### What are the best alternatives to Idara Reading Time?
The most popular alternatives to Idara Reading Time are SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle (400K+ installs), All In One Favicon (60K+ installs) and Gum Addon for Elementor (50K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/idara-reading-time/ · Generated 2026-10-12 03:21 UTC by PageForge