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LottieFiles – JSON Based Animation Lottie & Bodymovin for Elementor

By KAP ASIAs

Design & Themes / Themes & Templates

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

LottieFiles – JSON Based Animation Lottie & Bodymovin for Elementor Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add stunning Lottie animations to your Elementor site with this lightweight plugin. Customize animations easily with various options.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.46/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Add creativity to your website using Lottie animations that are based on JSON files. This plugin allows you to integrate these animations seamlessly into your Elementor layouts.

With easy customization options, you can choose from over five animation types, including autoplay, on hover, and scroll-based animations. This enhances user engagement and adds a modern touch to your site.

Explore the demo pages to see the plugin in action and check the documentation for guidance on utilizing the Lottie widget effectively.

Comparing to Alternatives

LottieFiles – JSON Based Animation Lottie & Bodymovin for Elementor offers a specialized solution for integrating Lottie animations within Elementor, with several other plugins providing similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Seamless integration with Elementor builder.
Lightweight and does not add bloat to admin interface.
Regular updates to maintain compatibility with Elementor.
Intuitive and easy to use interface.
Responsive and smooth animation playback.

Weaknesses

Has a known medium severity security vulnerability fixed only in recent versions.
Compatibility warnings with latest Elementor versions occasionally reported.
No pro version or advanced premium features available.
Limited to Elementor users only, not a standalone animation plugin.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all 8 reviewers, user feedback is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting ease of use and reliable performance.

Positive highlights

"Very Good Plugin!" – shahidul34
"Easy installation, lightweight and do the job with Elementor" – frondmedia
"Easy and efficient!" – Reventlov
"Good Plugin, Good People!" – jessehamad
"Great plugin – simple, stable, and well designed!" – entruencer

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Security vulnerability fixed only in version 1.10.10 and later.
Occasional compatibility warnings with latest Elementor versions.
No advanced features beyond basic animation embedding.
Limited to Elementor environment, not suitable for other page builders.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a lightweight, easy-to-use plugin to add Lottie animations specifically within Elementor-built websites.

Not ideal for

Users seeking advanced animation controls, standalone animation plugins, or those using other page builders besides Elementor.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides full functionality to embed and control Lottie animations within Elementor without restrictions.

Final Verdict

LottieFiles – JSON Based Animation Lottie & Bodymovin for Elementor is a highly rated, user-friendly plugin that integrates smoothly with Elementor to deliver lightweight and effective animation embedding. Its consistent updates and responsive support enhance its reliability for Elementor users.

However, users should be aware of a past medium severity security vulnerability that has been addressed in recent updates, and the plugin's scope is limited to Elementor environments without advanced premium features. Overall, it is an excellent choice for those needing simple Lottie animation integration within Elementor.