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WPD Beaver Builder Additions

By smarterdigitalltd

Design & Themes / Page Builders & Visual Editors

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WPD Beaver Builder Additions Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enhance your Beaver Builder experience with useful modules and custom settings. This plugin adds functionality to the Beaver Builder page builder.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.66/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 10+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

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 collection of useful modules and custom fields specifically designed for the Beaver Builder page builder. It requires the Beaver Builder plugin to function.

One of the key features is the WPD Optimised Video Embeds, which allows users to embed YouTube or Vimeo videos without the usual bloat of the iframe method. You can customize the play button, specify video parameters, and even add a thumbnail overlay.

Another notable feature is the WPD Static Map Embed, which uses the Google Static Maps API to display a static map image that links to a full Google Map. This is particularly useful for mobile users who prefer the Google Maps app.

Additionally, the plugin includes enhancements like new entrance animations for modules, collapsible rows, and fade-on-scroll effects, making it a versatile tool for Beaver Builder users.

Comparing to Alternatives

WPD Beaver Builder Additions stands out in the Beaver Builder enhancement category with several notable alternatives available for users seeking similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Excellent enhancements that improve Beaver Builder functionality.
Reduces loading time and improves workflow efficiency.
Includes unique features like video embed modules with creative options.
Highly praised for adding animations not commonly found in premium plugins.
Free to use with capabilities that rival some paid alternatives.

Weaknesses

No pro version available for advanced features.
Limited to Beaver Builder users only.
May lack some specialized modules found in other addons.
No recent security updates since 2018, though no vulnerabilities reported.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all 10 reviewers, user feedback is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the plugin's reliability and valuable features.

Positive highlights

'Excellent Tutorial!' - stephnx appreciates it as a great learning resource.
'Must Have for Video&Maps' - Bernhard Gronau notes improved loading times and workflow.
'Excellent enhancements for Beaver Builder!' - grndrm uses it regularly in projects.
'Brilliant plugin to extend Beaver Builder' - Hugues praises the video embed module and creative possibilities.
'Can’t believe it’s free' - balticsamurai values the free animations and faster YouTube element loading.

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No pro version limits access to premium features.
No updates since 2018 may concern users seeking ongoing support.
Functionality limited to Beaver Builder environment.
Lacks some specialized modules available in other addons.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want to enhance their Beaver Builder experience with additional modules and features without extra cost, especially those needing improved video embedding and animations.

Not ideal for

Users looking for a plugin with frequent updates, dedicated premium features, or those not using Beaver Builder as their page builder.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a variety of useful enhancements including video embed modules, animations, and performance improvements that rival some paid plugins.

Final Verdict

WPD Beaver Builder Additions is a highly rated, free plugin that effectively extends Beaver Builder with valuable features like enhanced video embedding and animations. Its excellent user feedback and lack of reported security issues make it a trustworthy choice for Beaver Builder users.

However, the absence of a pro version and recent updates may limit its appeal for those seeking advanced features or ongoing support. Overall, it is a strong option for users wanting to enrich their Beaver Builder toolkit without additional cost.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WPD Beaver Builder Additions plugin.

Beaver Builder

Beaver Builder Enhancements

Beaver Builder Modules

FAQ

Get started by simply:

Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/plugin-name directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress Admin
Within WordPress Admin, visit ‘Settings’ > ‘Page Builder’ > ‘WPD Settings’ to configure basic settings

You are able to change the values of:

Plugin Name
Plugin Description
Plugin Author
Plugin Author Website

You can do this by adding something similar to your functions.php file in your theme:

add_filter( 'wpd/bb-additions/config', function( $config ) {      $config->plugin_menu_name = 'My Plugin';      $config->plugin_description = 'My Plugin Description';      $config->plugin_author = 'My Name';      $config->plugin_author_uri = 'My Website';      return $config; }, 10, 1 );