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Reorder Posts

By Ronald Huereca

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reorder Posts Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily reorder custom post types in WordPress with drag and drop functionality. Works seamlessly in the admin panel.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.91/10

User Rating

3.9/5 (based on 28+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

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

This plugin provides a simple and efficient way to reorder custom post types in WordPress. It adds drag and drop functionality for post ordering directly in the WordPress admin panel. Whether you are working with custom post types or regular posts, this plugin enhances your content management experience.

Reorder Posts is considered a developer tool. It is recommended for users who are familiar with concepts like menu_order and custom queries.

The plugin includes features such as hierarchical post type support, auto-saving of order changes, and a dedicated settings panel to manage which post types can be reordered. Additionally, it offers advanced settings for overriding the menu order of custom post type queries.

Comparing to Alternatives

Reorder Posts offers a straightforward solution for custom post ordering, standing out for its simplicity and developer-friendly approach compared to other bulk editors and order managers.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports hierarchical custom post types including child posts.
Saves order changes via AJAX without extra button clicks.
Minimalistic design avoids unnecessary complexity.
Works only when specified in custom queries, avoiding front-end pollution.

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced filtering or bulk editing features found in some alternatives.
No built-in option to order posts by date by default.
Limited customization options for ordering behavior.

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's ease of use and reliability, though some users expected different default ordering behavior.

Positive highlights

'Everything work smooth!' - michelwalesre
'Very handy plugin to allow drag and drop reordering for custom post types.' - Chad
'Does exactly what it says without adding complexity.' - Daniel Shaw
'Supports hierarchical CPTs and saves order on ajax without needing a button.' - Roman Klabal
'Fits perfectly for developers, does not pollute front-end default views.' - Swashata Ghosh

Common complaints

Posts order appears random initially, not ordered by date as expected.
Limited settings to adjust ordering behavior.
No advanced ordering options or bulk editing features.

Weaknesses

Lacks default date-based ordering which some users expect.
Settings interface could be more intuitive for new users.
No premium support or extended features due to absence of pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers and site owners who need a simple, no-frills plugin to enable drag-and-drop reordering of posts, especially for hierarchical custom post types without front-end interference.

Not ideal for

Users seeking advanced post management features, default date ordering, or bulk editing capabilities may find this plugin too basic for their needs.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential drag-and-drop post reordering with AJAX saving, supporting hierarchical post types without adding complexity or front-end changes.

Final Verdict

Reorder Posts is a lightweight and efficient plugin ideal for developers needing precise control over post order without extra bloat or complexity.

While it lacks advanced features and default date ordering, its simplicity and reliability make it a solid choice for custom post type ordering tasks.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Reorder Posts plugin.

reorder

custom post types

drag and drop

Screenshots

FAQ

You can find the settings under Settings Reorder Posts. The plugin works out of the box with no configuration, but the settings allow you to control which post types are enabled and access advanced options such as auto-sorting post types on the frontend.

You are able to override the post types used via a filter (see below) or navigate to the plugin’s settings and enable which post types you would like to use.

<?php  add_filter( 'metronet_reorder_post_types', 'slug_set_reorder' ); function slug_set_reorder( $post_types ) {     $post_types = array( 'my_custom_post_type', 'my_other_post_type' );     return $post_types; }  ?>

Yes. You can either use the settings screen or apply a filter to define exactly which post types should support reordering.

Here’s an example:

<?php  add_filter( 'metronet_reorder_post_types', 'slug_set_reorder' ); function slug_set_reorder( $post_types ) {     $post_types = array( 'my_custom_post_type', 'my_other_post_type' );     return $post_types; }  ?>