# Zen Blogger

> Zen Blogger has <10 active installs and 122 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Zen Blogger is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Accessible blog carousel and post grid widgets for Elementor, with six skins, a deep query builder and a search-and-filter bar.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 255
- **Downloads (30 days):** 122 (-20.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.9.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 21, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Guram Zhgamadze (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/guramzhgamadze/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/zen-blogger/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blog/) | >100 | 262 |
| [carousel](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/carousel/) | >100 | 327 |
| [elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/elementor/) | >100 | 1,322 |
| [posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/posts/) | >100 | 1,121 |
| [slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/slider/) | >100 | 646 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| blog | >100 | 10,000 |
| carousel | >100 | 1,897 |
| elementor | >100 | 6,956 |
| posts | >100 | 10,000 |
| slider | >100 | 3,854 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/so-widgets-bundle/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (134) | Oct 2, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [All In One Favicon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-favicon/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (82) | Aug 8, 2023 | 46/100 |
| 3 | [Gum Addon for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gum-elementor-addon/) | 50K+ | — | Aug 19, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 4 | [Blog Designer Pack – Blog, Post Grid, Post Slider, Post Carousel, Category Post, News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-designer-pack/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (79) | Oct 11, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Post Slider and Post Carousel with Post Vertical Scrolling Widget – A Responsive Post Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-slider-and-carousel/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (31) | Oct 11, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 6 | [Latest Posts Block – Dynamic Posts Grid, Posts List, Posts Tile with Stunning Layouts for WordPress Blogs & Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/latest-posts-block-lite/) | 6K+ | 4/5 (1) | Dec 10, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Blog Stats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-blog-stats/) | 4K+ | 4.9/5 (38) | Aug 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Classic Blog Grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/classic-blog-grid/) | 3K+ | 3/5 (2) | Sep 7, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 9 | [WP Image Borders](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-image-borders/) | 2K+ | 4.2/5 (45) | Nov 28, 2017 | 41/100 |
| 10 | [Blog-in-Blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-in-blog/) | 800+ | 5/5 (16) | Jan 26, 2026 | 48/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Zen Blogger safe to use in 2026?
Zen Blogger is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Zen Blogger?
Zen Blogger is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 255 times since it launched in August 2026. It was downloaded 122 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Zen Blogger work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Zen Blogger up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.5 or newer.

### What PHP version does Zen Blogger need?
Zen Blogger requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Zen Blogger last updated?
The latest version, 1.9.1, was released on September 21, 2026 (3 weeks ago).

### Who makes Zen Blogger?
Zen Blogger is developed and maintained by Guram Zhgamadze.

### What are the best alternatives to Zen Blogger?
The most popular alternatives to Zen Blogger are SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle (400K+ installs), All In One Favicon (60K+ installs) and Gum Addon for Elementor (50K+ installs).


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