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MB Rest API

By Anh Tran

Developer Tools & Customization / API & Webhook Integration

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

MB Rest API Review - In-Depth Analysis

MB Rest API is an extension for Meta Box that allows you to get and update custom fields in WordPress REST API responses.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.7/10

User Rating

0/5 (based on 0+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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

MB Rest API is an extension for Meta Box which helps you to get and update custom fields values from posts, pages, custom post types, and terms via the WordPress REST API.

We recommend using Meta Box Lite, a feature-rich free UI version of Meta Box that provides UI and all free features for managing custom fields and dynamic content on WordPress, including post types, taxonomies, custom fields, and relationships.

For documentation, you can visit the official documentation page.

Comparing to Alternatives

MB Rest API is a plugin designed to extend WordPress REST API capabilities, with several well-established alternatives available that offer similar or broader functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Integrates with WordPress REST API to enhance custom field handling
Lightweight with minimal impact on site performance
No known security vulnerabilities reported
Open source and free to use

Weaknesses

Lacks user reviews and community feedback to assess reliability
No pro version or advanced features available
Limited documentation and support resources
No recent updates or active development noted

User Sentiment Analysis

There are no user reviews or ratings available for MB Rest API, so user sentiment cannot be assessed at this time.

Positive highlights

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No user feedback to gauge usability or effectiveness
Absence of reviews makes it difficult to evaluate plugin stability and support

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers looking for a simple, free plugin to extend REST API functionality without additional costs or complexity.

Not ideal for

Users seeking a well-supported plugin with active community feedback, extensive features, or professional support should consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic REST API extension features without any cost.

Final Verdict

MB Rest API offers a lightweight and free solution to extend WordPress REST API capabilities, with no known security issues. However, the lack of user reviews, community engagement, and advanced features limits its appeal compared to more established alternatives.

Users who prioritize proven reliability and support may prefer other plugins like Meta Box or Advanced Custom Fields: Extended. Nonetheless, MB Rest API could be suitable for developers needing a straightforward REST API extension without additional costs.