# Scintilla Blocks

> Scintilla Blocks has <10 active installs and 85 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Scintilla Blocks works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**Gutenberg block controls — responsive spacing, global settings, and a dashboard to activate or deactivate block features.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 390
- **Downloads (30 days):** 85 (-18.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 0.0.5
- **Last updated:** Sep 2, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.3+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ScintillaWPThemes (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/scintillawpthemes/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/scintilla-blocks/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block-editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block-editor/) | >100 | 364 |
| [blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blocks/) | >100 | 610 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,318 |
| [responsive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/responsive/) | >100 | 411 |
| [spacing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/spacing/) | #7 | 9 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block-editor | >100 | 10,000 |
| blocks | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,991 |
| responsive | >100 | 10,000 |
| spacing | >100 | 2,983 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Classic Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/classic-editor/) | 8M+ | 4.9/5 (1,249) | May 28, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 2 | [Advanced Editor Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tinymce-advanced/) | 1M+ | 4.5/5 (354) | Aug 26, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 3 | [Disable Gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-gutenberg/) | 500K+ | 5/5 (735) | Jul 18, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Shortcodes Ultimate – Content Elements](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortcodes-ultimate/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (5,925) | Sep 25, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 5 | [Gutenberg Essential Blocks – Page Builder for Gutenberg Blocks & Patterns](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/essential-blocks/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (215) | Oct 15, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 6 | [GutenKit – Page Builder Blocks, Patterns, and Templates for Gutenberg Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gutenkit-blocks-addon/) | 80K+ | 4.5/5 (47) | Oct 6, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 7 | [Better Font Awesome](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-font-awesome/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (88) | Sep 10, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 8 | [Spectra Blocks – AI Website Builder for the Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/spectra-blocks/) | 60K+ | 4.6/5 (49) | Oct 5, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 9 | [Ultimate Blocks – 25+ Gutenberg Blocks for Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-blocks/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (729) | Sep 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 10 | [Gutenverse – WordPress Blocks, Page Builder & Site Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gutenverse/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (190) | Oct 9, 2026 | 94/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Scintilla Blocks safe to use in 2026?
Scintilla Blocks works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Scintilla Blocks?
Scintilla Blocks is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 390 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 85 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Scintilla Blocks work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Scintilla Blocks up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.3 or newer.

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

### When was Scintilla Blocks last updated?
The latest version, 0.0.5, was released on September 2, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes Scintilla Blocks?
Scintilla Blocks is developed and maintained by ScintillaWPThemes.

### What are the best alternatives to Scintilla Blocks?
The most popular alternatives to Scintilla Blocks are Classic Editor (8M+ installs), Advanced Editor Tools (1M+ installs) and Disable Gutenberg (500K+ installs).


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