# Recras

> Recras has 300+ active installs and 309 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 65/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Recras is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 300+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 65/100 on our health check.

**Easily integrate data from your Recras instance, such as book processes, into your own website.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 300+
- **Total downloads:** 30,582
- **Downloads (30 days):** 309 (-51% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 65/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 6.6.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 17, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.9+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Sander (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/zanderz/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/recras/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [booking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/booking/) | #56 | 619 |
| [recras](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/recras/) | #1 | 1 |
| [recreation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/recreation/) | #1 | 1 |
| [reservation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reservation/) | #30 | 154 |
| [Voucher](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/voucher/) | #2 | 14 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| booking | >100 | 2,286 |
| recras | #1 | 1 |
| recreation | #5 | 35 |
| reservation | >100 | 758 |
| Voucher | #38 | 268 |

## Version adoption

- 6.6: 76.2%
- 6.5: 23.8%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Booking for Appointments and Events Calendar – Amelia](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ameliabooking/) | 90K+ | 4.6/5 (790) | Oct 19, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 2 | [Online Scheduling and Appointment Booking System – Bookly](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bookly-responsive-appointment-booking-tool/) | 60K+ | 4.4/5 (585) | Oct 13, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 3 | [Simply Schedule Appointments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simply-schedule-appointments/) | 50K+ | 5/5 (155) | Oct 14, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 4 | [SimplyBook.me – Booking and reservations calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simplybook/) | 30K+ | 1/5 (1) | Sep 29, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 5 | [Fluent Booking – The Ultimate Appointments Scheduling, Events Booking, Events Calendar Solution](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fluent-booking/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (46) | Sep 24, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 6 | [Availability Datepicker – Booking Calendar for Contact Form 7 – Input WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/date-time-picker-field/) | 10K+ | 4.1/5 (42) | Feb 27, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 7 | [Easy Appointments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-appointments/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (131) | Oct 5, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 8 | [EMC – Embed Calendly Scheduling With Ease](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/embed-calendly-scheduling/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (14) | Sep 23, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 9 | [Appointment Hour Booking – Booking Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/appointment-hour-booking/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (524) | Oct 19, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 10 | [Booking Package](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/booking-package/) | 10K+ | 4/5 (15) | Oct 19, 2026 | 71/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Recras safe to use in 2026?
Recras is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 300+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 65/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Recras?
Recras is active on 300+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 30,582 times since it launched in October 2015. It was downloaded 309 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Recras work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Recras up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.9 or newer.

### What PHP version does Recras need?
Recras requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Recras last updated?
The latest version, 6.6.1, was released on September 17, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes Recras?
Recras is developed and maintained by Sander.

### What are the best alternatives to Recras?
The most popular alternatives to Recras are Booking for Appointments an… (90K+ installs), Online Scheduling and Appoi… (60K+ installs) and Simply Schedule Appointments (50K+ installs).


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