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FG Drupal to WordPress

By Kerfred

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

FG Drupal to WordPress Review - In-Depth Analysis

Migrate articles, pages, and media from Drupal to WordPress easily. Supports multisite installations.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.63/10

User Rating

4.6/5 (based on 111+ reviews)

Active Installations

700+

Update Frequency

Outstanding 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

This plugin migrates articles, stories, pages, categories, tags and images from Drupal to WordPress.

It has been tested with Drupal 4 to 11 and the latest version of WordPress. It is compatible with multisite installations.

Major features include migrating Drupal articles, stories, basic pages, categories, tags, and images. It uploads all posts media in WP uploads directories and modifies the post content to keep the media links.

The Premium version includes additional features such as migrating comments, authors, administrators, users, custom post types, custom taxonomies, and custom fields. It also allows for user authentication with Drupal passwords and SEO-friendly URL redirects.

The Premium version can be purchased on the developer's website, and it supports various add-ons to enhance functionality.

Comparing to Alternatives

FG Drupal to WordPress is a specialized migration plugin designed specifically for moving content from Drupal to WordPress. While there are many migration tools available, few focus exclusively on Drupal, making this plugin a unique choice for such migrations.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Specialized for Drupal to WordPress migration ensuring compatibility and thorough data transfer.
Excellent and responsive support team praised by users.
Handles complex Drupal sites with multiple content types and custom fields.
User-friendly interface that simplifies a complex migration process.
Pro version available for larger sites and advanced features.

Weaknesses

Has had medium-level security vulnerabilities in past versions, though fixed in recent updates.
Requires some technical adjustments (e.g., php.ini and wp-config.php edits) during migration.
Not suitable for migrations from CMS other than Drupal.
Some fiddly bits may require patience and support assistance.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high overall rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 111 users, the plugin enjoys strong positive feedback. The majority of users praise its effectiveness and support, while a small minority report issues that are not detailed in negative reviews.

Positive highlights

'Super plugin et excellent support !' — valousal
'Incredible support and great plugin' — pd1313
'Excellent plugin with great support' — solarian
'Saved weeks of work, great support!' — oculeumllc
'Perfect for migrating large multilingual Drupal sites' — kovinet

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities may concern cautious users.
Some technical configuration is required during migration.
May not be intuitive for users without technical background despite support.
Limited to Drupal to WordPress migrations only.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need to migrate complex Drupal sites to WordPress, including those with multiple content types, custom fields, and multilingual content, and who value strong support.

Not ideal for

Users looking to migrate from CMS platforms other than Drupal or those unwilling to perform some technical configuration steps during migration. Also, users highly concerned about past security issues may want to consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential migration features suitable for smaller or less complex Drupal sites, allowing users to test the plugin's capabilities.

Pro version

Advanced features for migrating large sites with many users and custom fields, enhanced support, and additional migration options.

Final Verdict

FG Drupal to WordPress stands out as a robust and user-friendly solution for migrating Drupal sites to WordPress, backed by excellent user support and a strong track record of successful migrations. Its specialization makes it a top choice for users facing this specific migration challenge.

While past security vulnerabilities have been addressed, users should ensure they use the latest version and be prepared for some technical setup. Overall, it offers great value, especially with its pro version for complex migrations, making it a reliable tool in its niche.