# Merging Image Boxes

> Merging Image Boxes has 10+ active installs and 68 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Merging Image Boxes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Merging Image Boxes is powered by the awesome jQuery plugin. The plugin creates a image matrix for your slides and allows the user to create simple slideshows.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,092
- **Downloads (30 days):** 68 (+19.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Mar 24, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.34
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.9.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** GraphicEdit (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/graphicedit/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/merging-image-boxes/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gallery/) | >100 | 759 |
| [image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image/) | >100 | 817 |
| [images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/images/) | >100 | 908 |
| [photo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/photo/) | >100 | 151 |
| [photography](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/photography/) | #43 | 61 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| gallery | >100 | 4,277 |
| image | >100 | 10,000 |
| images | >100 | 10,000 |
| photo | >100 | 3,342 |
| photography | >100 | 347 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Smart Slider 3](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-slider-3/) | 800K+ | 4.9/5 (1,125) | Aug 19, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 2 | [Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ml-slider/) | 500K+ | 4.6/5 (740) | Sep 30, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 3 | [Photo Gallery, Sliders, Proofing and Themes – NextGEN Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nextgen-gallery/) | 300K+ | 4.3/5 (4,341) | Oct 1, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 4 | [Firelight Lightbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-fancybox/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (360) | Oct 5, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Photo Gallery by 10Web – Mobile-Friendly Image Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/photo-gallery/) | 100K+ | 4.5/5 (1,581) | Sep 28, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 6 | [Responsive Lightbox & Gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/responsive-lightbox/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (2,003) | Oct 5, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Lightbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-lightbox/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (239) | Sep 12, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 8 | [Envira Gallery – Image Photo Gallery, Albums, Video Gallery, Slideshows & More](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/envira-gallery-lite/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (1,596) | Oct 7, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 9 | [Lightbox & Modal Popup WordPress Plugin – FooBox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/foobox-image-lightbox/) | 100K+ | 3.9/5 (95) | Aug 27, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 10 | [WP Show Posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-show-posts/) | 70K+ | 4.7/5 (80) | Apr 16, 2024 | 36/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Merging Image Boxes safe to use in 2026?
Merging Image Boxes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Merging Image Boxes?
Merging Image Boxes is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,092 times since it launched in October 2011. It was downloaded 68 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Merging Image Boxes work with WordPress 7.1?
Merging Image Boxes is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Merging Image Boxes last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on March 24, 2018 (9 years ago).

### Who makes Merging Image Boxes?
Merging Image Boxes is developed and maintained by GraphicEdit.

### What are the best alternatives to Merging Image Boxes?
The most popular alternatives to Merging Image Boxes are Smart Slider 3 (800K+ installs), Slider, Gallery, and Carous… (500K+ installs) and Photo Gallery, Sliders, Pro… (300K+ installs).


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