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ACF: Advanced Taxonomy Selector

By danielpataki

Developer Tools & Customization / API & Webhook Integration

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

ACF: Advanced Taxonomy Selector Review - In-Depth Analysis

Advanced Taxonomy Selector for ACF lets users flexibly select terms or taxonomies. It supports post type restrictions and return format options.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.59/10

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

This plugin provides a more advanced taxonomy selector for Advanced Custom Fields (ACF). It allows you to create a taxonomy or term selector with the ability to restrict selections based on post type or taxonomy. Users can also choose to allow null values and determine the format of the return value.

It is compatible with both ACF 4 and ACF 5, ensuring a wide range of usability for developers. This flexibility makes it a powerful tool for managing custom fields in WordPress.

Special thanks to the Advanced Custom Fields team for the foundational plugin, and to the contributors for their resources that enhance this tool.

Comparing to Alternatives

ACF: Advanced Taxonomy Selector is a niche plugin with several well-established alternatives in the custom fields and taxonomy selection space.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Integrates with Advanced Custom Fields for enhanced taxonomy selection.
Lightweight and focused functionality.
No reported security vulnerabilities.
Free to use without upsells.

Weaknesses

No user ratings or reviews to gauge effectiveness.
Lacks a pro version with extended features.
Limited community support due to low adoption.
No recent updates or active development noted.

User Sentiment Analysis

There are no user reviews or ratings available for this plugin, so user sentiment cannot be assessed.

Positive highlights

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No feedback to confirm reliability or usability.
Unknown user experience due to lack of reviews.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers or site owners looking for a simple, free taxonomy selector enhancement that integrates with Advanced Custom Fields and prefer minimalistic plugins.

Not ideal for

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

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic advanced taxonomy selection features integrated with ACF without any cost.

Final Verdict

ACF: Advanced Taxonomy Selector is a lightweight, free plugin that fills a specific niche for users of Advanced Custom Fields needing enhanced taxonomy selection. However, the lack of user reviews, updates, and a pro version limits its appeal compared to more established alternatives.

Users who prioritize security and minimal risk will find this plugin safe to use, but those requiring robust support and ongoing development should explore other options with proven track records and active communities.