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Faust.js

By WP Engine

Developer Tools & Customization / API & Webhook Integration

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Faust.js Review - In-Depth Analysis

Faust.js transforms WordPress into a flexible headless CMS, enabling a decoupled front-end.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.82/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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

Faust.js transforms your traditional WordPress installation into a flexible headless CMS. It works in conjunction with the Faust.js NPM packages to enable a decoupled front-end that can authenticate with WordPress through GraphQL mutations and REST API endpoints.

This plugin acts as a bridge between a Faust.js powered front-end application and a WordPress backend. It offers useful options for headless sites, including the ability to hide theme admin pages, redirect public route requests to the front-end application, and rewrite WordPress URLs to front-end URLs in queried content.

Comparing to Alternatives

Faust.js is a specialized plugin for building headless WordPress frontends, with several notable alternatives available that cater to similar use cases.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simplifies building headless WordPress frontends significantly
Integrates Apollo for flexible and declarative data queries
Highly efficient and fast CMS management
Smooth compatibility with Next.js and WordPress
Good starting point for headless WordPress projects

Weaknesses

Has a known medium severity security vulnerability fixed only in recent versions
Limited to headless WordPress use cases, not a general-purpose plugin
No pro version with extended features
Smaller user base compared to some alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers and no negative feedback, users overwhelmingly praise Faust.js for its ease of use and efficiency in headless WordPress development.

Positive highlights

'This plugin is really awesome' — roeean
'Makes all CMS management much more efficient, simple, and fast' — roybasha
'Reduces the complexity of building headless WordPress frontends tenfold' — Teresa Gobble
'Good way to start headless WP' — stixtsr
'Very helpful for static projects, works smoothly with Next.js' — kythonlk

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Known medium severity security vulnerability prior to version 1.8.8
No premium or advanced feature set available
Focused niche limits broader applicability

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers and teams building headless WordPress frontends who want a streamlined, efficient solution with Apollo integration for flexible data queries.

Not ideal for

Users seeking a general-purpose WordPress plugin or those requiring a plugin with extensive premium features and broader use cases. Also, users concerned about security should ensure they use the latest version.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a comprehensive set of features for building headless WordPress frontends, including Apollo integration and Next.js compatibility.

Final Verdict

Faust.js stands out as a powerful and user-friendly solution for headless WordPress development, receiving unanimous praise from its user base for simplifying complex workflows and enhancing efficiency. Its integration with Apollo and compatibility with Next.js make it a strong choice for modern web projects.

However, potential users should be aware of a past medium severity security vulnerability that has been addressed in recent updates, and the lack of a pro version means advanced features are limited to the free offering. Overall, it is highly recommended for developers focused on headless WordPress frontends who keep their plugins up to date.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Faust.js plugin.

Headless

Faust

Decoupled

Screenshots

FAQ

Use one of the channels below to contact the Faust.js team for support.
GitHub – Faust.js GitHub documentation and codebase.
Discord – Interactive chat support on Discord.