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Reorder Posts

By Matt Cromwell

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

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

6.8/10

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 is a straightforward plugin for custom post ordering with several close alternatives available that offer similar drag-and-drop functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports hierarchical custom post types including children.
Saves order via AJAX without needing a save button.
Lightweight with no unnecessary bloat.
Works only when specified within custom queries, preserving default front-end views.
Simple and easy to use without added complexity.

Weaknesses

Does not automatically order posts by date as some users expect.
Limited settings for adjusting order beyond manual drag-and-drop.
No pro version to extend features.
May feel too basic for users needing advanced ordering options.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 3.9 average rating from 28 reviews, most users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and functionality, though some express frustration over ordering expectations.

Positive highlights

"Super plugin, everything works smooth!" - michelwalesre
"Very handy! Works perfectly for custom post types." - Chad
"Does exactly what it says without adding complexity." - Daniel Shaw
"Best post order plugin available with AJAX saving and no bloat." - Roman Klabal
"Fits perfectly for developers, doesn't pollute front-end views." - Swashata Ghosh

Common complaints

Posts were in no particular order by default, contrary to user expectations.

Weaknesses

Limited customization for ordering beyond manual drag-and-drop.
No automatic ordering by date or other criteria.
Lack of advanced features due to absence of a pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers and site owners who want a simple, lightweight plugin to manually reorder posts or custom post types without front-end interference.

Not ideal for

Users expecting automatic ordering by date or more advanced sorting options, or those needing a plugin with premium features and extended customization.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full manual drag-and-drop post ordering with AJAX saving and support for hierarchical post types.

Final Verdict

Reorder Posts is a reliable and straightforward plugin that excels in providing manual drag-and-drop ordering for posts and custom post types without adding complexity or bloat. Its AJAX saving and support for hierarchical post types make it a solid choice for developers and users who want precise control over post order.

However, it lacks automatic ordering features and advanced customization options, which may disappoint users expecting posts to be ordered by date or other criteria out of the box. With no pro version available, users seeking extended functionality might consider alternative plugins. Overall, it is a good free solution for simple post reordering needs.

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; }  ?>