# RSS with Images

> RSS with Images has 300+ active installs, a 3.7/5 rating from 6 reviews and 102 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 33/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** RSS with Images shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 300+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 33/100 on our health check.

**A simple and easy way to add featured images in your site’s RSS feed with customizable sizing options.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 300+
- **Total downloads:** 21,412
- **Downloads (30 days):** 102 (+10.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 from 6 reviews
- **Health score:** 33/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.0
- **Last updated:** Jul 24, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.4.24
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.7+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Ethan Allen (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/endif-media/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/rss-with-images/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [featured image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/featured-image/) | #51 | 222 |
| [featured images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/featured-images/) | #11 | 20 |
| [mailchimp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/mailchimp/) | #41 | 127 |
| [rss](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rss/) | #35 | 365 |
| [rss feed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rss-feed/) | #11 | 38 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| featured image | >100 | 4,610 |
| featured images | >100 | 4,611 |
| mailchimp | >100 | 1,199 |
| rss | >100 | 1,786 |
| rss feed | >100 | 1,498 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Recent Posts Widget With Thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/recent-posts-widget-with-thumbnails/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (215) | Oct 10, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [Quick Featured Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quick-featured-images/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (235) | Aug 18, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 3 | [Auto Featured Image (Auto Post Thumbnail)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-post-thumbnail/) | 40K+ | 3.8/5 (118) | Sep 30, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 4 | [Conditionally display featured image on singular posts and pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conditionally-display-featured-image-on-singular-pages/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (38) | May 3, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 5 | [XO Featured Image Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xo-featured-image-tools/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (21) | Nov 24, 2025 | 61/100 |
| 6 | [Featured Image Admin Thumb](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/featured-image-admin-thumb-fiat/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (40) | Jul 10, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 7 | [Multiple Post Thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multiple-post-thumbnails/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (42) | Nov 26, 2018 | 46/100 |
| 8 | [Ultimate Posts Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-posts-widget/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (55) | Jul 17, 2024 | 45/100 |
| 9 | [Manual Image Crop](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/manual-image-crop/) | 7K+ | 4.1/5 (56) | Aug 13, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [Easy Add Thumbnail](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-add-thumbnail/) | 7K+ | 4.5/5 (52) | Oct 5, 2023 | 44/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is RSS with Images safe to use in 2026?
RSS with Images shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 300+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 33/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use RSS with Images?
RSS with Images is active on 300+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 21,412 times since it launched in March 2014. It was downloaded 102 times in the last 30 days.

### Does RSS with Images work with WordPress 7.1?
RSS with Images is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.24, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was RSS with Images last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.0, was released on July 24, 2020 (6 years ago).

### Who makes RSS with Images?
RSS with Images is developed and maintained by Ethan Allen.

### What are the best alternatives to RSS with Images?
The most popular alternatives to RSS with Images are Recent Posts Widget With Th… (100K+ installs), Quick Featured Images (50K+ installs) and Auto Featured Image (Auto P… (40K+ installs).


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