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Animate on Scroll

By Arya Dhiratara

Design & Themes / Page Builders & Visual Editors

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Animate on Scroll Review - In-Depth Analysis

Animate any elements on scroll using the AOS JS library by adding class names. Integrates seamlessly with Gutenberg and popular page builders.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.83/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 6+ reviews)

Active Installations

4,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Animate any elements on scroll using the popular AOS JS library simply by adding class names. This plugin helps you integrate easily with AOS JS library to add any AOS animations to WordPress.

It works well with the native Gutenberg core blocks or any page builder that provides an input field for adding custom class names to elements.

AOS is a small JavaScript library that allows you to add animated effects to HTML elements when they come into view as the user scrolls down a webpage. AOS provides a set of predefined animations using CSS that can be easily applied to elements using simple data attributes in the HTML code.

Simply add the desired AOS animation to your element class name with 'aos-' prefix and the plugin will add the corresponding aos attribute to the element tag.

This plugin does not add anything to your database and won’t do any permanent change to your HTML, so you can safely deactivate and delete it when you no longer need it.

Comparing to Alternatives

Animate on Scroll is a lightweight plugin that brings the Animate on Scroll library to WordPress, offering a simple way to add scroll-triggered animations. It competes with several other animation plugins that provide similar functionality with varying features and integrations.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Very lightweight compared to other animation plugins
Simple and effective implementation of Animate on Scroll library
Compatible with popular themes like Flatsome
Easy to use with a library of animation classes
Good user satisfaction with mostly 5-star reviews

Weaknesses

Lacks detailed documentation, especially for Block Editor usage
No official support for integration with the new WordPress Block Editor
Limited features compared to some premium alternatives
No pro version with advanced features available

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys a strong positive reception with 83.3% of ratings at 5 stars, reflecting user satisfaction with its simplicity and performance. However, 16.7% of users expressed frustration, mainly due to documentation and compatibility issues.

Positive highlights

"Works like a charm so far" — Beef Supreme
"Really cool plugin and also really lightweight compared to others" — Dieter Geiling
"Very lightweight plugin that provides a library of classes to add to the admin" — Marc Lafay
"Please keep update new feature. This plugin also work with Flatsome theme. Really good!" — sw38
"Easy, light, compatible and nice!!" — xguimera

Common complaints

Not working well with the Block Editor or poor documentation on how to use it with the new editor

Weaknesses

Documentation is insufficient for new WordPress editors
Limited support for Block Editor integration
No advanced features or customization options
No pro version to extend functionality

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a lightweight and straightforward plugin to add scroll animations without complex setup, especially those using classic editors or themes like Flatsome.

Not ideal for

Users who primarily use the WordPress Block Editor and need detailed documentation or advanced animation features may find this plugin lacking.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes the core Animate on Scroll functionality with a library of animation classes and lightweight performance.

Final Verdict

Animate on Scroll is a solid choice for users seeking a simple, lightweight animation plugin that integrates the popular Animate on Scroll library into WordPress. It excels in ease of use and performance, with positive user feedback highlighting its effectiveness and compatibility with popular themes.

However, it falls short in documentation and support for the WordPress Block Editor, which may limit its appeal for users relying on the latest editor features. The absence of a pro version means advanced animation options are not available, but for basic scroll animations, it remains a valuable free tool.