# RecentComments

> RecentComments has 20+ active installs and 51 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** RecentComments shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**This plugin allows you to show the latest comments, pingbacks or trackbacks in the sidebar of your blog or anywhere else. The plugin comes with widget and gravatar support and gives you the options to finetune the…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 4,077
- **Downloads (30 days):** 51 (+82.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.2
- **Last updated:** Oct 13, 2014
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.0.38
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** kornelly (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/kornelly/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/recentcomments/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [badge](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/badge/) | #31 | 89 |
| [posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/posts/) | >100 | 1,114 |
| [statistics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/statistics/) | >100 | 296 |
| [stats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/stats/) | #77 | 182 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| badge | >100 | 3,684 |
| posts | >100 | 10,000 |
| statistics | >100 | 3,172 |
| stats | >100 | 2,595 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [YITH WooCommerce Badge Management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/yith-woocommerce-badges-management/) | 10K+ | 2.9/5 (93) | Sep 2, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 2 | [Sold Out Badge for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sold-out-badge-for-woocommerce/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (25) | May 30, 2023 | 45/100 |
| 3 | [Trusted Shops Easy Integration for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/trusted-shops-easy-integration-for-woocommerce/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 14, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 4 | [Product Badge, Label, Countdown Timer for WooCommerce – Sale Booster](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-sale-badges-for-woocommerce/) | 5K+ | 4.8/5 (30) | Sep 16, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 5 | [Verified Member for BuddyPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bp-verified-member/) | 3K+ | 4.7/5 (15) | May 19, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 6 | [WPC Badge Management for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpc-badge-management/) | 2K+ | 4.5/5 (8) | Sep 24, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 7 | [Out of Stock Message Manager for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-out-of-stock-message/) | 2K+ | 4.2/5 (6) | Jun 23, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 8 | [Coming Soon Badges for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/coming-soon-for-woocommerce/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (4) | Mar 24, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 9 | [DMCA Website Protection Badge](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dmca-badge/) | 1K+ | 3.2/5 (19) | Oct 1, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 10 | [TZ Flickr Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tz-flickr-widget/) | 500+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 24, 2015 | 34/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is RecentComments safe to use in 2026?
RecentComments shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use RecentComments?
RecentComments is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,077 times since it launched in July 2009. It was downloaded 51 times in the last 30 days.

### Does RecentComments work with WordPress 7.1?
RecentComments is officially tested up to WordPress 4.0.38, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was RecentComments last updated?
The latest version, 0.2, was released on October 13, 2014 (12 years ago).

### Who makes RecentComments?
RecentComments is developed and maintained by kornelly.

### What are the best alternatives to RecentComments?
The most popular alternatives to RecentComments are YITH WooCommerce Badge Mana… (10K+ installs), Sold Out Badge for WooComme… (8K+ installs) and Trusted Shops Easy Integrat… (6K+ installs).


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