# WP Flexslider

> WP Flexslider has 600+ active installs, a 4.2/5 rating from 5 reviews and 122 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** WP Flexslider shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 600+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Adding Flexslider using native WordPress Gallery. No extra post type, no complex shortcode like other plugins, easy to use.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 600+
- **Total downloads:** 21,818
- **Downloads (30 days):** 122 (+24.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.2/5 from 5 reviews
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.9
- **Last updated:** May 6, 2019
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.1.26
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** mnmlthms (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mnmlthms/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-flexslider/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [flexslider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/flexslider/) | #4 | 14 |
| [gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gallery/) | >100 | 751 |
| [slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/slider/) | #84 | 641 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| flexslider | #30 | 72 |
| gallery | >100 | 4,212 |
| slider | >100 | 3,765 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Responsive WordPress Slider – HG Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexslider-hg/) | 7K+ | 3.8/5 (12) | Mar 30, 2021 | 36/100 |
| 2 | [Responsive Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/responsive-slider/) | 3K+ | 4.1/5 (33) | Nov 28, 2017 | 41/100 |
| 3 | [BNE Testimonials](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bne-testimonials/) | 1K+ | 4.9/5 (28) | Jul 24, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 5 | [Arconix Flexslider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/arconix-flexslider/) | 200+ | 4/5 (4) | Mar 31, 2021 | 30/100 |
| 6 | [Dessky Responsive Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dessky-responsive-slider/) | 70+ | 5/5 (4) | Jul 22, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 7 | [Addon Package for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/addon-package-for-elementor/) | 30+ | 1/5 (1) | Oct 21, 2020 | 19/100 |
| 8 | [WP Flexslider Shortcodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-flexslider-shortcodes/) | 10+ | — | Apr 24, 2020 | 23/100 |
| 9 | [Easy Flexslider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-flexslider/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 20, 2016 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [Page slideshow](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/page-slideshow/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 18, 2015 | 30/100 |
| 11 | [Post Magic Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-magic-slider/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 21, 2015 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is WP Flexslider safe to use in 2026?
WP Flexslider shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 600+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WP Flexslider?
WP Flexslider is active on 600+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 21,818 times since it launched in September 2016. It was downloaded 122 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WP Flexslider work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Flexslider is officially tested up to WordPress 5.1.26, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was WP Flexslider last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.9, was released on May 6, 2019 (7 years ago).

### Who makes WP Flexslider?
WP Flexslider is developed and maintained by mnmlthms.

### What are the best alternatives to WP Flexslider?
The most popular alternatives to WP Flexslider are Responsive WordPress Slider (7K+ installs), Responsive Slider (3K+ installs) and BNE Testimonials (1K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-flexslider/ · Generated 2026-10-03 10:12 UTC by PageForge