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Wp Favs – Plugin Manager

By Ido Navarro

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Wp Favs – Plugin Manager Review - In-Depth Analysis

Wpfavs is a plugin manager that allows you to import and manage your favorite plugins easily. It supports bulk installation and management of multiple plugins.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.75/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 32+ 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

Wpfavs is a bulk plugin manager tool that lets you import your plugins lists from wpfavs.com or get your favorite plugins from WordPress.org.

You can either go to Wpfavs site and register an account to create your own lists or browse other users existing lists and use them with a quick token key.

With the Wpfavs plugin, you can install, delete, or activate multiple plugins in just a few clicks. It is a great tool for developers who install dozens of WordPress sites every month.

Once installed, simply go to Tools -> Wpfavs.

You can read a tutorial on how to use the plugin on Tuts+.

Comparing to Alternatives

Wp Favs – Plugin Manager stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users seeking its specific features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports collaborative plugin list management with sharing capabilities.
Integrates with WordPress.org favourites and CodeCanyon categories.
Accurate plugin selection by searching via plugin slug to avoid confusion.
Highly rated for ease of use and time-saving functionality.
Responsive and helpful support team.

Weaknesses

No direct alternatives to compare feature sets.
Some users may find the interface less user-friendly initially compared to similar tools.
Limited information on premium features and their value.
Potential confusion about free vs. premium features due to mixed messaging.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally express high satisfaction with Wp Favs – Plugin Manager, praising its functionality and support.

Positive highlights

"Still works fine" – pwforaker
"Great Collaborative Plugin" with reactive support – Laurent J.V. Dubois
"Actually better than any other similar plugin" due to unique features – yositsitsu
"Just perfect!!" – ferrarimartin82
"Excellent!" simple and easy solution – paulnl

Common complaints

Misleading information regarding the free nature of the plugin and premium features.

Weaknesses

Confusion about the availability and scope of premium features.
Interface may not be as intuitive as some alternatives.
Limited clarity on the distinction between free and paid functionalities.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a unique plugin management tool that supports collaborative lists and integrates well with WordPress.org favourites and CodeCanyon categories will find this plugin very useful.

Not ideal for

Those who require a fully free plugin without any premium features or who prefer a more straightforward user interface might find this plugin less suitable, especially given some confusion about pricing.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers comprehensive plugin management features including collaborative list sharing and integration with WordPress.org favourites.

Pro version

Offers premium features such as the ability to use custom plugins, available through a subscription model.

Final Verdict

Wp Favs – Plugin Manager is a highly rated and unique plugin management tool that excels in collaborative features and integration with popular plugin repositories. Its strong user support and time-saving capabilities make it a valuable asset for many WordPress users.

However, potential users should be aware of some confusion regarding the free versus premium features and consider whether the interface meets their usability expectations. Overall, it is a solid choice for those needing its specific functionalities, with no direct alternatives available.