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Coupon Creator

By Brian

E-commerce & Shopping /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Coupon Creator Review - In-Depth Analysis

Create and display coupons on your site using shortcodes. Includes features for email delivery and WooCommerce integration.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 37+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Coupon Creator plugin allows you to create and display coupons on your WordPress site easily. You can use shortcodes to insert coupons into posts or pages, making it simple to manage your promotions.

This plugin includes a Coupon Block for displaying single coupons or a loop of coupons with customizable options. You can create your own coupons or upload images of existing coupons.

With the Pro version, you gain access to advanced features such as email delivery of coupons, GDPR-compliant email logging, and the ability to create WooCommerce coupons directly from the editor. The plugin also supports various templates and customization options to enhance the appearance of your coupons.

Comparing to Alternatives

Coupon Creator stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users seeking coupon creation functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy to configure and use as noted by users
Offers affiliate link integration in coupons
Supports image coupons
Has a pro version with additional features
Generally positive user ratings with majority 4-5 stars

Weaknesses

Some features require payment, which users find restrictive
Image coupon functionality has compatibility issues with older WordPress versions
Pricing structure can be confusing and perceived as high
Known security vulnerability fixed in recent update

User Sentiment Analysis

With a majority of 70% five-star ratings and a total rating of 4.3, users generally appreciate the plugin's ease of use and functionality, though a minority express dissatisfaction mainly related to pricing and feature limitations.

Positive highlights

'Good job' - arshyseal21
'Facíl de configurar, recomendo' (Easy to configure, recommend) - ricardofc
'Awesome! The best coupon plugin available!' - Pedram

Common complaints

Affiliate link usage requires payment, seen as greedy by some users
Image coupon feature does not work properly with WordPress version 4.9.9, lacking click and print functionality

Weaknesses

Limited functionality in free version leading to user frustration
Pricing and licensing issues causing dissatisfaction
Compatibility issues with certain WordPress versions
Past security vulnerability (CSRF) though fixed

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a straightforward coupon creation plugin with affiliate link support and who are comfortable upgrading to pro for full features.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a fully free solution with extensive features or users on older WordPress versions who require reliable image coupon functionality. Also, users concerned about past security issues may want to consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

Basic coupon creation features with limited customization and affiliate link usage restricted.

Pro version

Enhanced coupon customization, affiliate link integration, and additional premium features not available in the free version.

Final Verdict

Coupon Creator is a solid choice for users needing a dedicated coupon plugin with affiliate support, offering ease of use and positive user feedback. However, its pricing model and some feature limitations in the free version may deter budget-conscious users.

While it has a past security vulnerability that has been addressed, potential users should ensure they keep the plugin updated. The lack of direct alternatives highlights its unique position, but compatibility and pricing concerns should be carefully considered before adoption.