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Review & testimonial widgets

By Trustmary

E-commerce & Shopping / Product Reviews & Ratings

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Review & testimonial widgets Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add reviews to your website with Trustmary’s review and testimonial widgets. Embed Google, Facebook, and Tripadvisor reviews easily.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

3.5/5 (based on 2+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

Below 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

Trustmary enables you to import existing reviews and embed Google reviews, Yelp reviews, and Facebook reviews to your website with a review slider. You can also AB test which reviews work best.

Collect new testimonials and video testimonials using optimized forms. Trustmary provides an extensive testimonials form template library to enhance your website's conversion rates.

The plugin requires no coding, allowing you to edit widgets in a widget editor and add them to your site by copying and pasting a shortcode snippet.

Comparing to Alternatives

Review & testimonial widgets offers a straightforward solution for displaying reviews and testimonials but faces competition from several well-established plugins in the same category.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy and fast setup with minimal technical steps
Supports integration of Google Reviews widgets
Offers both free and pro versions for flexibility
User-friendly interface appreciated by some users

Weaknesses

Limited view counts in free and paid versions
Relatively high cost for premium features
Had a known security vulnerability recently fixed
Smaller user base and fewer reviews compared to alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

With a mixed rating distribution and only two total ratings, user feedback is divided between ease of use and concerns over pricing and limitations.

Positive highlights

Simple and fast setup process praised by ssssanteri
Effective integration of Google Reviews with minimal effort (ssssanteri)

Common complaints

Free version limits views to 200, which is considered too low
Paid version limits views to 5000 but costs over $1000 per year, seen as expensive

Weaknesses

Limited view counts restrict usability for larger sites
Pricing model is considered costly relative to features
Past security vulnerability may concern cautious users

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a quick and easy way to display Google Reviews on their WordPress site without complex setup.

Not ideal for

Those needing high view limits or a cost-effective solution for large-scale review display, or users concerned about recent security issues.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

Allows basic review widget display with a limit of 200 views per month, suitable for small sites or testing.

Pro version

Increases view limits to 5000 per month and unlocks additional features, but comes with a high annual cost exceeding $1000.

Final Verdict

Review & testimonial widgets offers a user-friendly and straightforward solution for integrating Google Reviews with minimal setup effort, making it appealing for small websites or users prioritizing ease of use. However, its limited view counts and high pricing for the pro version may deter larger sites or budget-conscious users. The recent security vulnerability, though fixed, should be considered by potential users.

Given the availability of many alternative plugins with broader features and more competitive pricing, this plugin is best suited for those valuing simplicity over scale or cost. Users requiring extensive review display capabilities or tighter security assurances may find better options elsewhere.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Review & testimonial widgets plugin.

review slider

testimonials

star ratings

FAQ

You can start by installing the plugin and then creating a new account at app.trustmary.com. After that, you can set up your widget with existing Google, Facebook, Yelp, or other reviews in just a few minutes. You can add the widget to your website by copying the code snippet in Trustmary app or on your plugin tab in WordPress, and pasting it to the right place on your web page.