# Best Vanilla Plugins for WordPress

> Compare 3 vanilla plugins for WordPress ranked by active installs, rating and update health. Top picks: Vanilla Forums, WP Vanilla Connect, Vanilla Contact Form.

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Vanilla Forums](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vanilla-forums/) | 100+ | 2.8/5 (17) | Jul 3, 2020 | 28/100 |
| 2 | [WP Vanilla Connect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-vanilla-connect/) | 10+ | 4/5 (4) | Feb 12, 2012 | 27/100 |
| 3 | [Vanilla Contact Form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vanilla-contact-form/) | <10 | — | Jan 22, 2020 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the most popular vanilla plugin for WordPress?
Vanilla Forums is the most popular vanilla plugin with 100+ active installs and a 2.8/5 rating on WordPress.org.

### How many vanilla plugins are on WordPress.org?
There are currently 3 plugins tagged “vanilla” in the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Are these vanilla plugins actively maintained?
0 of the top 3 vanilla 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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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/vanilla/ · Generated 2026-10-14 14:18 UTC by PageForge