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Qi Blocks

By Qode

Design & Themes / Themes & Templates

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Qi Blocks Review - In-Depth Analysis

Qi Blocks is the largest collection of Gutenberg blocks developed by Qode Interactive. It offers 48 custom blocks in the free version and 81 in the premium version, providing extensive customization options.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.14/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

60,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.1 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Qi Blocks is the largest collection of Gutenberg blocks developed by one of the most acclaimed WordPress development teams, Qode Interactive. The base version of the plugin comes with 48 carefully designed custom blocks with a never-before-seen number of options, while the Qi Blocks Premium gives you a total of 81 flexible, option-rich custom blocks for Gutenberg.

All the blocks and templates bear that authentic aesthetic touch Qode Interactive is known for, providing you with a simple and flexible way for creating any type of website you set out to.

In addition to this, you can upgrade your copy of the plugin with the Qi Templates plugin and enhance your website making potential with an astounding collection of 550+ readymade and beautifully designed modern website layouts, including complete website demos, templates, patterns, and wireframes.

Not only do you get one of the largest collections of custom blocks for Gutenberg, but you’ll also be presented with an unprecedented number of options for each block. We put special emphasis on customization, allowing you to modify every single aspect of each element, all while keeping the entire experience straightforward, intuitive, and easy to manage.

The Qi Blocks plugin comes with typography, infographics, creative, form style, content, business, WooCommerce, SEO, and showcase blocks, providing you with a near never-ending supply of website creation possibilities. Each block is built to allow for a huge number of easily applicable modifications you can perform on the fly, ensuring a completely flexible creation of a wide range of modern websites.

We made sure that the Qi Blocks is super lightweight, optimized, and stable, ensuring swift loading times. Moreover, you can make use of on-demand element loading by deactivating the blocks you do not plan to use, thus making this already quick addon even smoother!

If you ever happen to run into any questions or concerns regarding the Qi Blocks or any of its elements, you can check out our Qi Blocks documentation, with all options and features of every block covered in detail. You can also visit the Qode Help Center where you can browse our comprehensive knowledge base or contact our support team and one of our friendly support pros will get back to you ASAP.

Comparing to Alternatives

Qi Blocks offers a comprehensive set of Gutenberg blocks with a high user rating, positioning it well among other block plugins. It has several direct alternatives that provide similar functionalities for page building and design enhancement.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly rated with a perfect 5-star average from users.
Offers a wide variety of beautiful and flexible blocks for Gutenberg.
Enables users to achieve design capabilities similar to Elementor.
User-friendly interface praised by multiple reviewers.
Includes a pro version with additional features.

Weaknesses

Has a history of multiple security vulnerabilities, though fixed in recent versions.
Some users report plugin conflicts causing persistent issues.
May leave residual effects in the system after deactivation.
Security risk score indicates moderate risk history.

User Sentiment Analysis

All user ratings for Qi Blocks are 5 stars, reflecting strong satisfaction and positive experiences with the plugin's features and usability. No negative reviews were recorded, indicating a generally favorable reception.

Positive highlights

'Endlich kann ich mit Gutenberg tun, was ich vorher nur mit Elementor machen konnte. Flexibel, benutzerfreundlich und bisher keine Probleme.' – milossql
'So many beautifull blocks. Love it.' – sipkedehaan90
'Love this plugin' – robertwen
'Awesome plugin.' – iulian09

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Reported plugin conflicts causing issues for some users.
Potential residual plugin traces after removal.
Security vulnerabilities fixed only in recent updates.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a powerful and flexible Gutenberg block plugin to enhance page design with a user-friendly interface and a wide variety of blocks, especially those wanting Elementor-like capabilities within Gutenberg.

Not ideal for

Users who prioritize plugins with a spotless security record or those who have experienced plugin conflicts in the past may want to consider alternatives due to Qi Blocks' history of vulnerabilities and reported compatibility issues.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a robust set of blocks that enable significant design flexibility and user-friendly editing within Gutenberg.

Pro version (49 - 99 USD / year)

The pro version includes additional premium blocks and advanced features to further enhance design capabilities and customization options.

Final Verdict

Qi Blocks stands out with its perfect user rating and extensive block collection, making it a strong choice for users looking to expand Gutenberg's design potential. Its user-friendly nature and feature set are well appreciated by the community.

However, its history of security vulnerabilities and reports of plugin conflicts suggest caution. Users should ensure they keep the plugin updated and test compatibility with their setup. Overall, Qi Blocks offers excellent value for those seeking advanced Gutenberg blocks but may not suit users with strict security or stability requirements.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Qi Blocks plugin.

Gutenberg Block

Custom Blocks

Website Creation

Screenshots

FAQ

There are two ways you can install Qi Blocks plugin.

You can install the plugin from your WordPress dashboard:
1. Navigate to your WordPress Dashboard -> Plugins -> Add New
2. Search for Qi Blocks plugin
3. Install and Activate Qi Blocks from your Plugins page.

Or you can install it directly from WordPress.org
1. Locate and download Qi Blocks on wordpress.org
2. Upload the qi-blocks directory to your ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory using your preferred method (ftp, sftp, scp, etc…)
3. Install and Activate Qi Blocks plugin from your Plugins page.