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Five-Star Ratings Shortcode

By Chris J. ZÃ¤hller

E-commerce & Shopping / Product Reviews & Ratings

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Five-Star Ratings Shortcode Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily add 5-star ratings to your site using a simple shortcode. Customize ratings with various features.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.99/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.77 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Add accessible and attractive 5-star ratings anywhere on your site with a simple shortcode. This plugin utilizes Font Awesome icons via their SVG and JavaScript method for a sleek appearance.

The plugin features a range of options, including Google Rich Snippets for products, restaurants, and recipes. You can customize icon sizes, colors, and even choose between HTML elements for output.

Usage examples are provided to help you implement the shortcode effectively. The plugin also supports translations, allowing you to contribute to its multilingual capabilities.

Comparing to Alternatives

Five-Star Ratings Shortcode stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users seeking simple star rating functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and clean star rating display
Easy to use shortcode implementation
Lightweight and basic, suitable for straightforward needs
Customizable via CSS for users with styling knowledge

Weaknesses

Free version lacks configurable settings
No built-in options to change star color or remove accompanying text
Limited features in the free version
Known security vulnerabilities in older versions

User Sentiment Analysis

With an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 from 5 users, most feedback is positive, highlighting ease of use and simplicity. However, there is a notable minority expressing dissatisfaction with the free version's limitations.

Positive highlights

'Good plugin to use the shortcode manually.' — smartmanash
'Works nicely with a clean look and simple usage.' — quiche66
'Perfect if you just need to display a star rating somewhere on WP.' — DragoWeb
'Simple and does what it is supposed to do.' — Jaime Rojas

Common complaints

Free version has no configurable settings
Cannot change star color in free version
Cannot remove text shown after stars in free version
Free version considered nearly useless by some users

Weaknesses

Limited customization options without CSS knowledge
Security vulnerabilities reported in older versions

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, no-frills star rating display and are comfortable applying CSS for customization.

Not ideal for

Users seeking extensive configuration options in the free version or those concerned about security risks without applying updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic star rating display with no configurable settings, relying on default styles and text.

Pro version

Premium features likely include configurable settings such as star color, size, and text display options, enhancing customization beyond the free version.

Final Verdict

Five-Star Ratings Shortcode is a simple and effective plugin for users who want to add star ratings with minimal fuss and are comfortable with CSS for styling. Its uniqueness in the market and positive user feedback highlight its utility for basic needs.

However, the free version's lack of customization and known security vulnerabilities in older versions require caution. Users needing more control or concerned about security should consider these factors before choosing this plugin.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Five-Star Ratings Shortcode plugin.

5-star ratings

shortcode

ratings

FAQ

This plugin adds accessible, attractive 5-star ratings anywhere on your site with a simple shortcode. The plugin uses Font Awesome icons via their SVG + JavaScript method.