Loading...

Discover

Plugin Category

stairs-fill

E-commerce & Shopping

stairs-fill

Site Administration & Utilities

stairs-fill

Design & Themes

stairs-fill

Content Management

stairs-fill

Security & Privacy

stairs-fill

Marketing & Advertising

stairs-fill

Performance & Optimization

stairs-fill

Communication & Messaging

stairs-fill

Forms & Data Collection

stairs-fill

User Management & Authentication

stairs-fill

Site Structure & Navigation

stairs-fill

Community & Social

stairs-fill

Analytics & Reporting

stairs-fill

Developer Tools & Customization

stairs-fill

Multilingual & Accessibility

stairs-fill

Support & Help Desk

Bookings & Scheduling

stairs-fill

Payments & Financial

stairs-fill

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

stairs-fill

Customer Management

stairs-fill

Shipping & Logistics

Plugin Comparisons

FAQs About Sign in

Discover

Plugin Comparisons

FAQs About Sign in

layout-grid-fill

E-commerce & Shopping

layout-grid-fill

Site Administration & Utilities

layout-grid-fill

Design & Themes

layout-grid-fill

Content Management

layout-grid-fill

Security & Privacy

layout-grid-fill

Marketing & Advertising

layout-grid-fill

Performance & Optimization

layout-grid-fill

Communication & Messaging

layout-grid-fill

Forms & Data Collection

layout-grid-fill

User Management & Authentication

layout-grid-fill

Site Structure & Navigation

layout-grid-fill

Community & Social

layout-grid-fill

Analytics & Reporting

layout-grid-fill

Developer Tools & Customization

layout-grid-fill

Multilingual & Accessibility

layout-grid-fill

Support & Help Desk

Bookings & Scheduling

layout-grid-fill

Payments & Financial

layout-grid-fill

Learning Management Systems (LMS)

layout-grid-fill

Customer Management

layout-grid-fill

Shipping & Logistics

Home-image

/ Plugin Category

/ Site Administration & Utilities

/ Site Health & Diagnostics

/ PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App

PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App

By Marcin Pietrzak

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily convert your WordPress site into a Progressive Web App. Users can install it on their mobile devices for a better experience.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.68/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 26+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

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

Progressive Web Apps (PWA) combine the best of mobile web and mobile apps to enhance user experience. They are installed on phones like regular apps and can be accessed from the home screen.

With iWorks PWA, users can return to your website by launching the app from their home screen, enjoying fast loading times and great performance. This plugin allows you to convert your WordPress site into a PWA effortlessly.

Once installed, users on supported mobile devices will see an 'Add To Home Screen' notice and can install your website on their device's home screen. Configuration is simple and takes less than a minute.

You can contribute to improving the plugin by reporting bugs, suggesting new features, or helping with development on GitHub. Thank you for helping make PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App better!

Comparing to Alternatives

This plugin offers a straightforward approach to creating Progressive Web Apps compared to other similar tools.

Top alternatives

PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App

Strengths

Simple setup process suitable for beginners
Lightweight and does not heavily impact site performance
Supports essential PWA features like offline access

Weaknesses

Limited customization options
Lacks advanced features found in some competitors
No dedicated support or frequent updates

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights ease of use but notes some limitations in features and support.

Positive highlights

"Very easy to set up and works as expected." - User A
"Lightweight plugin that doesn't slow down my site." - User B
"Good for basic PWA needs without complexity." - User C

Common complaints

Limited customization capabilities
Occasional compatibility issues with certain themes
Lack of detailed documentation

Weaknesses

No pro version means fewer advanced features
Support options are minimal or community-based

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Website owners looking for a simple and free solution to add basic PWA functionality without needing advanced customization.

Not ideal for

Developers or businesses requiring extensive PWA features, customization, or dedicated support.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

Includes essential PWA features such as offline access and basic app manifest setup suitable for most standard uses.

Final Verdict

This plugin is a solid choice for users seeking an easy and free way to implement Progressive Web App features on their WordPress site.

However, those needing advanced functionality or professional support may find it lacking and should consider alternative solutions.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App plugin.

check-fill

Progressive Web Application

check-fill

PWA

check-fill

Offline

Screenshots

Contributors and developers

“PWA — easy way to Progressive Web App” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Free Version Docs

WPS

Exclamation-Image

6.68

Average

Ratings

4.8 out of 5 | 26

History-Image

Version

1.7.9

Last updated

1 week ago

Active installations

2,000+

WordPress version

7.0 or higher

php-Image

PHP version

8.0 or higher

translate-Image

Languages

0

Category

Site Administration & Utilities

Site Health & Diagnostics

Tags

Manifest.json,Offline,Progressive Web Application,Pwa

Other plugins you might like

All-in-One WP Migration and Backup

By ServMask

Exclamation-Image

WPS

7.59

Very Good

7.7k+reviews

active installation

Tested with

UpdraftPlus: WP Backup & Migration Plugin

By David Anderson / Team Updraft

Exclamation-Image

WPS

7.62

Very Good

8.6k+reviews

active installation

Tested with

Duplicate Page

By mndpsingh287

Exclamation-Image

WPS

7.58

Very Good

467+reviews

active installation

Tested with

Hostinger Tools

By Hostinger

Exclamation-Image

WPS

7.49

Very Good

40+reviews

active installation

Tested with

WordPress Importer

By WordPress.org

Exclamation-Image

WPS

7.53

Very Good

327+reviews

active installation

Tested with

Redirection

By John Godley

Exclamation-Image

WPS

7.53

Very Good

700+reviews

active installation

Tested with