# WP Custom Comments

> WP Custom Comments has 10+ active installs and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 26/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** WP Custom Comments shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

**With this plugin you can easily replace the standard WordPress commenting form with one of the popular commenting system’s widget, such as Disqus and HyperComments or with the VKontakte comments widget.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,023
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (+36.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 26/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Nov 24, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.7.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Kei (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/riselab/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-custom-comments/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments/) | >100 | 1,021 |
| [comments form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments-form/) | #2 | 2 |
| [custom comments form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-comments-form/) | #1 | 1 |
| [Disqus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disqus/) | #10 | 16 |
| [replace comments form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/replace-comments-form/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| comments | >100 | 9,037 |
| comments form | >100 | 3,608 |
| custom comments form | >100 | 2,465 |
| Disqus | #35 | 110 |
| replace comments form | >100 | 1,095 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Akismet Anti-spam: Spam Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/akismet/) | 5M+ | 4.7/5 (1,187) | Aug 18, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 2 | [Disable Comments – Remove Comments & Stop Spam [Multi-Site Support]](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-comments/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (281) | Sep 1, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 3 | [Antispam Bee](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/antispam-bee/) | 700K+ | 4.8/5 (226) | Aug 23, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 4 | [Gravatar Enhanced – Avatars, Profiles, and Privacy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gravatar-enhanced/) | 100K+ | 5/5 (3) | Mar 17, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 5 | [Disable Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-comments-rb/) | 100K+ | 3.8/5 (25) | Sep 25, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 6 | [Disqus Comment System](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disqus-comment-system/) | 30K+ | 2.7/5 (219) | Sep 23, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 7 | [Cookies for Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cookies-for-comments/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (18) | Jun 4, 2019 | 42/100 |
| 8 | [Throws SPAM Away](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/throws-spam-away/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (6) | Aug 26, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 9 | [Subscribe to Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/subscribe-to-comments/) | 10K+ | 3.9/5 (14) | Oct 6, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [Native PHP Sessions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-native-php-sessions/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (16) | Dec 4, 2025 | 46/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is WP Custom Comments free?
Yes. WP Custom Comments is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is WP Custom Comments safe to use in 2026?
WP Custom Comments shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WP Custom Comments?
WP Custom Comments is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,023 times since it launched in October 2016. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WP Custom Comments work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Custom Comments is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was WP Custom Comments last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on November 24, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes WP Custom Comments?
WP Custom Comments is developed and maintained by Kei.

### What are the best alternatives to WP Custom Comments?
The most popular alternatives to WP Custom Comments are Akismet Anti-spam: Spam Pro… (5M+ installs), Disable Comments (1M+ installs) and Antispam Bee (700K+ installs).


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