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Disable Gutenberg Blocks – Block Manager

By DannyCooper

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Disable Gutenberg Blocks – Block Manager Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily remove unwanted blocks from the Gutenberg Block Inserter. Simplify the editing experience by managing the blocks available to users.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.41/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

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

The Gutenberg Block inserter can quickly become cluttered. There are currently over 200 free blocks available, in addition to the 34 core blocks. This plugin allows you to disable the blocks you or your clients don't need.

The plugin is designed to help streamline the block selection process, making it easier to find and use the blocks that are relevant to your content needs.

If you find a block you can't disable using this plugin, please create a support thread for assistance.

Comparing to Alternatives

Disable Gutenberg Blocks – Block Manager offers a focused solution for managing Gutenberg blocks, with a few notable alternatives available.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and clear interface for disabling blocks
No upselling or obtrusive ads
Effectively hides unnecessary blocks to clean up the block inserter
Easy to use with minimal configuration
Highly rated by most users for functionality

Weaknesses

Lack of updates for over a year
Reported to cause Gutenberg editor crashes
Limited feature set compared to some alternatives
No pro version with extended features

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings, users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though a minority report significant issues.

Positive highlights

"Works as it’s supposed to; functional" – Will Skora
"It does what it says" – jandro
"Block inserter is so much cleaner now thanks to this plugin" – waterdandelions
"Good plugin, did just what I needed!" – seanhi5
"Made it super simple to disable some blocks to avoid confusion" – syhussaini

Common complaints

Plugin has not been updated in over a year
Causes the Gutenberg editor to crash

Weaknesses

Stability issues reported by some users
No recent updates to address bugs or compatibility
Limited support and development activity

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward, no-frills plugin to disable specific Gutenberg blocks without ads or upsells will find this plugin suitable.

Not ideal for

Those requiring a regularly updated plugin with guaranteed stability and support, or who need advanced block management features, may want to consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential functionality to disable unwanted Gutenberg blocks with a simple interface and no ads.

Final Verdict

Disable Gutenberg Blocks – Block Manager is a lightweight and effective plugin for users wanting to clean up the Gutenberg block inserter without distractions. It enjoys high praise for its simplicity and functionality from most users.

However, the lack of updates and reports of editor crashes are significant concerns. Users prioritizing stability and ongoing support should consider alternatives or proceed with caution.