# Mini RSS Reader

> Mini RSS Reader has 10+ active installs and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Mini RSS Reader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 17 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Just like the plugin Twitter for WordPress, this plugin reads an RSS feed and displays the time, title and trimmed description. No options page, just activate the plugin and call the function from your theme or your…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 5,492
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (+88.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Jun 21, 2009
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 2.8
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** stratosg (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/stratosg/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/mini-rss-reader/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [rss reader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rss-reader/) | #5 | 5 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| rss reader | >100 | 283 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WPeMatico RSS Feed Reader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpematico-rss-feed-reader/) | 80+ | — | Oct 2, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 2 | [RSS Reader Animated](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mediamaster-reader-rss/) | 20+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Dec 6, 2015 | 27/100 |
| 3 | [SimplePie Rss Reader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-pie-rss-reader/) | 20+ | — | Aug 28, 2012 | 32/100 |
| 5 | [Skysa RSS Reader App](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/skysa-rss-reader-app/) | 10+ | 3/5 (2) | Sep 8, 2014 | 24/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mini RSS Reader free?
Yes. Mini RSS Reader is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Mini RSS Reader safe to use in 2026?
Mini RSS Reader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 17 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Mini RSS Reader?
Mini RSS Reader is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 5,492 times since it launched in October 2008. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Mini RSS Reader work with WordPress 7.1?
Mini RSS Reader is officially tested up to WordPress 2.8, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Mini RSS Reader last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on June 21, 2009 (17 years ago).

### Who makes Mini RSS Reader?
Mini RSS Reader is developed and maintained by stratosg.

### What are the best alternatives to Mini RSS Reader?
The most popular alternatives to Mini RSS Reader are WPeMatico RSS Feed Reader (80+ installs), RSS Reader Animated (20+ installs) and SimplePie Rss Reader (20+ installs).


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