# Best Event Countdown Plugins for WordPress

> Compare 4 event countdown plugins for WordPress ranked by active installs, rating and update health. Top picks: Uji Countdown, Event Countdown for The Eve…, GW Count Down.

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Uji Countdown](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/uji-countdown/) | 4K+ | 3.2/5 (54) | May 23, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 2 | [Event Countdown for The Events Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/countdown-for-the-events-calendar/) | 3K+ | 4.6/5 (48) | Sep 1, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 3 | [GW Count Down](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gw-count-down/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 18, 2025 | 41/100 |
| 4 | [MC Event Countdown](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mc-event-countdown/) | <10 | — | Oct 10, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the most popular event countdown plugin for WordPress?
Uji Countdown is the most popular event countdown plugin with 4K+ active installs and a 3.2/5 rating on WordPress.org.

### How many event countdown plugins are on WordPress.org?
There are currently 4 plugins tagged “event countdown” in the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Which event countdown plugin has the best rating?
Among the most-installed options, Event Countdown for The Events Calendar has the highest rating at 4.6/5 from 48 reviews.

### Are these event countdown plugins actively maintained?
1 of the top 4 event countdown plugins were updated in the last 30 days. Check each plugin’s health score for update freshness, WordPress compatibility and support responsiveness.


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