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Enhanced Text Widget

By cl272

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Enhanced Text Widget Review - In-Depth Analysis

An enhanced text widget supporting various content types including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP. It allows for a linkable widget title.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.97/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 50+ reviews)

Active Installations

30,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

4 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin offers an enhanced version of the default text widget, allowing users to include Text, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Flash, Shortcodes, and PHP content. You can also create a linkable widget title for better navigation.

Features include options for a title, title URL, widget CSS class, and the ability to display or hide the title. Additionally, it supports automatic paragraph addition to content and offers flexibility in widget output.

For any questions or support, please visit the support forum. This plugin is part of the Inisev product family, where you can explore more products.

Comparing to Alternatives

Enhanced Text Widget is a popular choice for adding PHP and JavaScript in widgets, standing out among several similar plugins.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports adding PHP and JavaScript in widgets effectively
Highly rated with a strong user base
Simple and easy to use interface
Reliable performance over many years
Good support despite being a free plugin

Weaknesses

Has had security vulnerabilities in the past, though fixed
Limited to widget enhancements only
No pro version with advanced features
May not suit users needing broader content management features

User Sentiment Analysis

With a near-perfect rating and no low-star reviews, users overwhelmingly praise the plugin for its functionality and reliability.

Positive highlights

'Needed Javascript in a widget – it worked 🙂' – FGU Nord / Lars
'I’ve used and loved this plugin for years!' – trishahdee
'Works great!' – Gustav
'Does the job right' – Guido
'Very Helpful, Great Support' – LN-CWM

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities including stored XSS and CSRF issues
No advanced features beyond basic widget enhancements
No paid version to offer premium support or features

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, reliable widget to add PHP or JavaScript code snippets easily within WordPress widgets.

Not ideal for

Users seeking advanced widget content management or those concerned about past security issues without dedicated premium support.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers robust functionality to add PHP and JavaScript in widgets without limitations.

Final Verdict

Enhanced Text Widget is a highly effective and user-loved plugin for adding custom PHP and JavaScript in WordPress widgets. Its simplicity and reliability have earned it excellent reviews and a loyal user base. While it has had some security vulnerabilities in the past, these have been addressed in updates.

Though it lacks a pro version and advanced features, it remains a top choice for users needing basic widget enhancements. Those requiring more comprehensive solutions or heightened security assurances may want to consider alternatives.