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Events Calendar for GeoDirectory

By Stiofan

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Events Calendar for GeoDirectory Review - In-Depth Analysis

Events Calendar add-on for GeoDirectory enhances your directory site with a powerful event manager. It supports recurring events, custom fields, and event location mapping.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.67/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 2+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

6.53 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Events Calendar add-on for GeoDirectory is a compelling way to feature events on your directory, using Custom Post Types (CPT). This events calendar plugin creates the CPT Events, by adding time and date to a standard listing. Users can now choose to list a place or an event.

Do you host the same event every day, or every second week, or every 3 months, or once every 4 years? The Events Calendar for GeoDirectory has your back! You can set events as recurring type daily, weekly, monthly, yearly and even pick custom dates. The recurring interval can be from 1 to 30.

So if you select type weekly and interval 2, the events will happen every 2 weeks. Add unlimited custom fields to your events out of the box with our add event form builder.

It is easy to sort events by selecting upcoming, today, past or all and display custom events lists, grids and a simple events calendar anywhere using Widgets, Shortcodes or Blocks. By default, events are ordered with the upcoming event first.

The Events Calendar for GeoDirectory is a full-featured Events Locator too. Events are easily displayed on a map, allowing users to locate your events with ease. Easily show distance from them and driving directions.

Comparing to Alternatives

Events Calendar for GeoDirectory stands alone in its niche with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users needing event management integrated with GeoDirectory.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Seamless integration with GeoDirectory for event management
Intuitive and user-friendly interface
Strong proactive support from developers
Highly customizable front-end experience
Consistently positive user feedback

Weaknesses

Has had multiple security vulnerabilities in past versions
Requires timely updates to maintain security
Limited to users of GeoDirectory ecosystem

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting ease of use and excellent support.

Positive highlights

'Pretty much everything I could ask for in an Events system, combined with great pro-active support.' — netmagik
'So easy to use, intuitive and it looks exactly as I want straight out of the box.' — babiesandchildren
'The front end is so good, I know it’ll make it easier for my users to add events and improve UX.' — babiesandchildren
'I highly recommend this plugin (and GeoDirectory) if you want an events plugin.' — babiesandchildren

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past versions had high severity security vulnerabilities requiring updates
Plugin is specialized for GeoDirectory users only

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who are already using GeoDirectory and want a tightly integrated, easy-to-use events calendar with strong support.

Not ideal for

Those not using GeoDirectory or seeking a standalone events calendar plugin; also users who may not keep the plugin updated regularly due to past security issues.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential event management features integrated with GeoDirectory, suitable for most basic needs.

Pro version

The pro version typically includes advanced features such as enhanced customization options, additional event management tools, and priority support.

Final Verdict

Events Calendar for GeoDirectory is a highly rated plugin that excels in providing a seamless event management experience for GeoDirectory users, backed by excellent support and an intuitive interface. Its unique position without direct alternatives makes it a compelling choice within its niche.

However, users should be mindful of its history of security vulnerabilities and ensure they keep the plugin updated. It is best suited for those committed to the GeoDirectory ecosystem and looking for integrated event functionality.