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ACF: Image Hotspots Field

By Andrew Rockwell

Content Management / Document Management & Downloads

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

ACF: Image Hotspots Field Review - In-Depth Analysis

Capture coordinates on images with this ACF add-on. Users can click on images to define hotspots. Ideal for interactive image mapping.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.75/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 14+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

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 allows you to create interactive images by capturing coordinates based on user clicks. It is an add-on for Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) that enables you to link an image field to a custom field type designed for image mapping.

To use the plugin, simply install it and create a custom field of this type linked to an image field. After adding an image to the linked field in the admin section, the image will load in the image mapping field. Users can then click on the image to capture coordinates, which are stored as comma-separated strings.

Future updates may include features like square and polygon mapping for enhanced functionality.

Comparing to Alternatives

ACF: Image Hotspots Field stands out in the image hotspot field category with no direct paid alternatives offering the same integration with Advanced Custom Fields. However, there are several plugins that provide similar interactive image mapping features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Seamless integration with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF).
Simple and effective image hotspot functionality.
Highly rated with consistent 5-star reviews.
Lightweight and easy to use without unnecessary bloat.
No known security vulnerabilities reported.

Weaknesses

No updates for several years, indicating potential abandonment.
Lacks advanced features found in some alternatives.
No official pro or premium version for extended functionality.
Limited support and development activity.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all 14 reviewers, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting reliability and usefulness despite the plugin's age.

Positive highlights

"Still works on latest ACF and WordPress versions" — bobhhh
"Very useful and unique field" — Jayson Garcia
"Good addon for ACF" — sermalefico
"Works like a charm even after 7 years" — theblueli
"Great value and does exactly what it should" — drZivil

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No recent updates or active maintenance.
Project appears abandoned, leading to potential compatibility issues in future.
Limited support options due to inactivity.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a simple, reliable image hotspot field integrated with Advanced Custom Fields and prefer a lightweight plugin without extra features.

Not ideal for

Users seeking actively maintained plugins with regular updates, advanced features, or official support should consider alternatives or forks due to the plugin's apparent abandonment.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full image hotspot functionality integrated with ACF without limitations.

Final Verdict

ACF: Image Hotspots Field is a highly rated, reliable plugin that effectively adds image hotspot functionality within the Advanced Custom Fields ecosystem. Its simplicity and flawless operation on current WordPress versions make it a valuable tool for users needing this specific feature.

However, the lack of updates and apparent abandonment may pose risks for future compatibility and support. Users requiring ongoing maintenance or advanced features should consider alternatives or community forks. Overall, it remains a solid choice for those prioritizing stability and integration over new features.