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ACF: Sidebar Selector

By danielpataki

Developer Tools & Customization /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

ACF: Sidebar Selector Review - In-Depth Analysis

A field for Advanced Custom Fields that allows you to select a sidebar.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.89/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

800+

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 enables users to select a registered WordPress sidebar. It also supports null values if needed.

The ACF Sidebar Selector is compatible with both ACF 4 and ACF 5, providing flexibility for developers and users alike.

Special thanks to Advanced Custom Fields for the awesome base plugin and to Buditanrim for the plugin's icon.

Comparing to Alternatives

ACF: Sidebar Selector offers a specialized sidebar selection feature within the WordPress environment. While it has several alternatives in the custom fields category, none focus solely on sidebar selection, making it a unique choice for this specific need.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and focused functionality for sidebar selection.
High user satisfaction with a 4.3-star average rating.
No known security vulnerabilities.
Compatible with recent WordPress and ACF versions.
Lightweight with no unnecessary features.

Weaknesses

Limited to sidebar selection, lacking broader custom field features.
No pro version available for extended functionality.
Smaller user base compared to more comprehensive alternatives.
Minimal updates noted since last security scan in 2015.

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are predominantly positive, with over 85% rating the plugin 4 or 5 stars, indicating strong satisfaction. The few critiques are minimal and do not highlight functional issues.

Positive highlights

"Works perfectly.. and doesn't delete anything!" - pootato
"The Plugin works as advertised, and it does the job extremely well." - andiszek
"Still works just fine" on WP 5.3 and ACF v5.8.6 - dekket

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited feature set focused only on sidebar selection.
Lack of recent updates may concern some users.
No premium support or advanced features due to absence of pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, reliable plugin to select sidebars within the ACF framework without extra complexity.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a comprehensive custom fields solution or advanced sidebar management features, or users wanting ongoing premium support and updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides all core sidebar selection functionality without restrictions, suitable for most users.

Final Verdict

ACF: Sidebar Selector is a niche plugin that excels at its specific task of sidebar selection within WordPress, backed by positive user feedback and a clean security record. Its simplicity and reliability make it a solid choice for users with this exact need.

However, its limited scope and lack of a pro version mean it may not satisfy users looking for broader custom field capabilities or advanced features. Considering available alternatives may be beneficial for those requiring more comprehensive solutions.