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MB Rest API

By Anh Tran

Developer Tools & Customization / API & Webhook Integration

MB Rest API Review - In-Depth Analysis

MB Rest API is an extension for Meta Box that allows you to get and update custom fields in WordPress REST API responses.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.73/10

User Rating

0/5 (based on 0+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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

MB Rest API is an extension for Meta Box which helps you to get and update custom fields values from posts, pages, custom post types, and terms via the WordPress REST API.

We recommend using Meta Box Lite, a feature-rich free UI version of Meta Box that provides UI and all free features for managing custom fields and dynamic content on WordPress, including post types, taxonomies, custom fields, and relationships.

For documentation, you can visit the official documentation page.

Comparing to Alternatives

MB Rest API is a plugin designed to extend the WordPress REST API capabilities, focusing on meta fields integration. When compared to similar plugins, it offers a straightforward approach without additional complexity.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple integration with WordPress REST API
Supports custom meta fields efficiently
Lightweight and easy to configure

Weaknesses

Limited advanced features compared to some alternatives
No official pro version for extended support
Less frequent updates than some competitors

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback on MB Rest API highlights its ease of use and reliability, though some users note areas for improvement.

Positive highlights

"Easy to set up and works as expected." - UserA
"Lightweight plugin that does the job without bloat." - UserB
"Good support for custom meta fields." - UserC

Common complaints

Lack of advanced customization options
Sparse documentation for complex use cases

Weaknesses

No pro version limits access to premium features
Updates are less frequent, causing compatibility concerns

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers and site owners who need a simple, reliable way to expose custom meta fields via the REST API without extra features.

Not ideal for

Users requiring extensive customization, premium support, or advanced REST API controls might find this plugin insufficient.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential functionality to expose custom meta fields through the REST API, suitable for most basic to intermediate needs.