/ Plugin Category

/ E-commerce & Shopping

/ WPC Admin Columns

WPC Admin Columns

By WPClever

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WPC Admin Columns Review - In-Depth Analysis

WPC Admin Columns enhances the WordPress admin dashboard by allowing users to customize columns for various post types. It provides a streamlined way to manage product and order details efficiently.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.78/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 4+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

6.1 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Managing an online store on WordPress is made easier with the WPC Admin Columns plugin. This plugin offers a listing of columns in the admin dashboards for different post-types, so you can adjust the columns' width, quickly find the ones to be edited, and preview the details at a glance.

A variety of data and parameters will be displayed for faster preview of different post-types such as products, posts, pages, and especially, orders. For example, instead of choosing a filter to find a specific product type, users can see which type each product belongs to with the 'Product type' column. It’s super helpful to detect special product types, namely Smart Bundles, Smart Composite, and Smart Grouped.

The most remarkable feature in this plugin is the custom columns for products and orders. In the content of these custom columns, it’s possible to insert texts and shortcode. There’s also a Remove button for each custom column to be left out of the column list effortlessly. With this, shop owners and administrators can literally display any piece of information they want in the backend dashboard.

Comparing to Alternatives

WPC Admin Columns stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users seeking this functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly rated with a perfect 5-star average from users
Simple and clean interface without unnecessary options
Powerful and compact functionality as noted by users
Easy to use, suitable for quick setup and management

Weaknesses

Known security vulnerabilities in past versions, though fixed in updates
Limited user base with only a few total ratings
No pro version available, limiting advanced feature options

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, indicating strong user satisfaction and positive experiences.

Positive highlights

"Excellent plugin" - lcarrizo
"Simple and clean without unnecessary options" - tamnik
"Powerful, compact and easy to use" - buddylove72

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past security issues with privilege escalation and data disclosure vulnerabilities
Limited feedback due to small number of total reviews
One user reported the plugin not working as expected

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a straightforward, effective plugin to manage admin columns without extra complexity will find this plugin ideal.

Not ideal for

Those requiring guaranteed security assurances or advanced premium features might find this plugin less suitable due to past vulnerabilities and lack of a pro version.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers all core features for managing admin columns effectively without cost.

Final Verdict

WPC Admin Columns is a well-liked plugin praised for its simplicity and effectiveness, with a perfect user rating reflecting strong satisfaction. Its unique position without direct alternatives makes it a valuable tool for users needing this specific functionality.

However, past security vulnerabilities and the absence of a pro version may concern some users. Those prioritizing security or advanced features should consider these factors before choosing this plugin.