# AJAX Search, Filtering and Sorting for WordPress & WooCommerce – SearchFilterSort

> AJAX Search, Filtering and Sortin… has 10+ active installs and 199 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 61/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 61/100 on our health check.

**SearchFilterSort adds powerful AJAX-based search, filtering, and sorting to any WordPress post type, giving users fast and accurate results.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 1,670
- **Downloads (30 days):** 199 (+5.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 61/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.4
- **Last updated:** Sep 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Creative Werk Designs (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/creativewerkdesigns/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/searchfiltersort/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ajax filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ajax-filter/) | #12 | 40 |
| [filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/filter/) | >100 | 251 |
| [product filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/product-filter/) | #24 | 66 |
| [search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search/) | >100 | 593 |
| [sort](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sort/) | #31 | 58 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ajax filter | >100 | 4,311 |
| filter | >100 | 10,000 |
| product filter | >100 | 6,940 |
| search | >100 | 10,000 |
| sort | >100 | 2,904 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [HUSKY – Products Filter for WooCommerce Professional](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woocommerce-products-filter/) | 80K+ | 4.6/5 (336) | Oct 9, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 2 | [Category AJAX Filter – Posts, Custom Post Types & Product Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/category-ajax-filter/) | 6K+ | 4.9/5 (158) | Sep 29, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 3 | [Better Post & Filter Widgets for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-post-filter-widgets-for-elementor/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (18) | Sep 25, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 4 | [annasta Filters for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/annasta-woocommerce-product-filters/) | 1K+ | 4.8/5 (44) | Oct 9, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Post Grid Master — Post Grids & AJAX Filters](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-filter-posts/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (13) | Oct 22, 2025 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [PWF – Products Filter for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pwf-wc-product-filters/) | 90+ | 5/5 (4) | Apr 1, 2023 | 32/100 |
| 7 | [AJAX Post Search and Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-post-search-and-filter/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 27, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 8 | [Ajax Filter Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-filter-search/) | 60+ | 4.5/5 (2) | Aug 6, 2016 | 31/100 |
| 9 | [Super Product Filter for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/super-product-filter/) | 50+ | — | Oct 1, 2026 | 57/100 |
| 10 | [Ajax Product Filter for Woocommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-product-filter-for-woocommerce/) | 20+ | 3.3/5 (3) | Nov 19, 2019 | 26/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… free?
Yes. AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… safe to use in 2026?
AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 61/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort…?
AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,670 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 199 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… work with WordPress 7.1?
AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… need?
AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.4, was released on September 18, 2026 (4 weeks ago).

### Who makes AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort…?
AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… is developed and maintained by Creative Werk Designs.

### What are the best alternatives to AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort…?
The most popular alternatives to AJAX Search, Filtering and Sort… are HUSKY (80K+ installs), Category AJAX Filter (6K+ installs) and Better Post & Filter Widget… (4K+ installs).


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