# Workshop Butler

> Workshop Butler has 20+ active installs and 84 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Workshop Butler shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**Integrate your website and Workshop Butler workshop management platform. Promote workshops and trainers, accept registrations.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 7,417
- **Downloads (30 days):** 84 (+78.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 3.2.3
- **Last updated:** Jun 9, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.6.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.5+, PHP 7.2.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Workshop Butler Team (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/workshopbutlers/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/workshop-butler/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [event management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/event-management/) | #16 | 49 |
| [event schedule](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/event-schedule/) | #2 | 2 |
| [online registrations](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/online-registrations/) | #1 | 1 |
| [training management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/training-management/) | #1 | 1 |
| [workshop crm](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/workshop-crm/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| event management | >100 | 2,834 |
| event schedule | >100 | 1,697 |
| online registrations | >100 | 1,111 |
| training management | >100 | 379 |
| workshop crm | #8 | 14 |

## Version adoption

- 3.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Events Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-events-manager/) | 30K+ | 2.7/5 (13) | Aug 22, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 2 | [Sugar Calendar – Events Calendar, Event Tickets, and Events Management Platform](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sugar-calendar-lite/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (24) | Sep 16, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 3 | [Registrations for the Events Calendar – Event Registration Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/registrations-for-the-events-calendar/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (103) | Aug 20, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 4 | [EventON – Events Calendar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/eventon-lite/) | 6K+ | 4.1/5 (44) | Sep 19, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 5 | [RSVP and Event Management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rsvp/) | 3K+ | 4.4/5 (58) | Aug 14, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 6 | [WP Events Manager WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-events-manager-woocommerce-payment-methods-integration/) | 1K+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Aug 22, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 7 | [Wild Apricot Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wild-apricot-login/) | 800+ | — | Jul 10, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 8 | [Eventin Addons for Divi Builder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/eventin-divi-addon/) | 800+ | — | Jun 3, 2026 | 48/100 |
| 9 | [Event Genius – Event Calendar, Event Registration, and Attendee Management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/event-genius/) | 600+ | 4.7/5 (15) | Sep 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 10 | [SeatReg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seatreg/) | 300+ | 5/5 (30) | Sep 26, 2026 | 90/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Workshop Butler safe to use in 2026?
Workshop Butler shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Workshop Butler?
Workshop Butler is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 7,417 times since it launched in October 2016. It was downloaded 84 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Workshop Butler work with WordPress 7.1?
Workshop Butler is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Workshop Butler need?
Workshop Butler requires PHP 7.2.5 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Workshop Butler last updated?
The latest version, 3.2.3, was released on June 9, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Workshop Butler?
Workshop Butler is developed and maintained by Workshop Butler Team.

### What are the best alternatives to Workshop Butler?
The most popular alternatives to Workshop Butler are WP Events Manager (30K+ installs), Sugar Calendar (10K+ installs) and Registrations for the Event… (7K+ installs).


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