# PostExtra –  News and Magazine Blog Post Blocks for Gutenberg & FSE

> PostExtra has 100+ active installs and 161 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 59/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** PostExtra works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.

**PostExtra is a Gutenberg blocks plugin built for magazine, news, and blog sites that want high‑engagement post layouts without a page builder or complex theme.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 6,127
- **Downloads (30 days):** 161 (-3.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 59/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.3.3
- **Last updated:** Jul 15, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.1+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Anant Sites (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/anantsites/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/post-extra/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [blog layout](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blog-layout/) | #6 | 12 |
| [gutenberg blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg-blocks/) | #75 | 180 |
| [magazine layout](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/magazine-layout/) | #3 | 3 |
| [post grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-grid/) | #36 | 80 |
| [post list](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-list/) | #19 | 35 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| blog layout | >100 | 2,134 |
| gutenberg blocks | >100 | 6,566 |
| magazine layout | #47 | 280 |
| post grid | >100 | 3,006 |
| post list | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.3: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Ultimate Post Kit – Elementor Post Grid, Post Carousel, Post Slider & Blog Layout Widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-post-kit/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (58) | Sep 24, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 2 | [Blog Designer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-designer/) | 10K+ | 4/5 (167) | Aug 12, 2024 | 42/100 |
| 3 | [Blog Filter – Post Grid Filter by Category or Tag](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-filter/) | 7K+ | 4.9/5 (81) | Sep 1, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [BlogLentor – Blog Designer Pack for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bloglentor-for-elementor/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (9) | Jan 15, 2026 | 45/100 |
| 5 | [Blogsqode – Blog Layouts and News Post Design](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blogsqode-posts/) | 300+ | 5/5 (3) | May 20, 2026 | 61/100 |
| 7 | [Starter Blog Templates For Faith Blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/starter-blog-templates-for-faith-blog/) | 20+ | — | Jun 5, 2021 | 24/100 |
| 8 | [Wp Post Grid / Slider / Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-post-grid-slider-filter-by-xgenious/) | 10+ | — | May 30, 2019 | 23/100 |
| 9 | [Simple Blog Layout](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-blog-layout/) | 10+ | — | Dec 15, 2017 | 23/100 |
| 10 | [Netroics Blog Posts Grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/netroics-blog-posts-grid/) | <10 | — | Aug 6, 2022 | 21/100 |
| 11 | [PostLay – Automatic Blog Post Layout Addon For WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/postlay-automatic-blog-post-layout-addon/) | <10 | 5/5 (3) | Sep 13, 2022 | 28/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is PostExtra safe to use in 2026?
PostExtra works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use PostExtra?
PostExtra is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,127 times since it launched in August 2024. It was downloaded 161 times in the last 30 days.

### Does PostExtra work with WordPress 7.1?
PostExtra is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was PostExtra last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.3, was released on July 15, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes PostExtra?
PostExtra is developed and maintained by Anant Sites.

### What are the best alternatives to PostExtra?
The most popular alternatives to PostExtra are Ultimate Post Kit (30K+ installs), Blog Designer (10K+ installs) and Blog Filter (7K+ installs).


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