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News Ticker Widget for Elementor

By Aezaz Shaikh

Design & Themes / Page Builders & Visual Editors

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

News Ticker Widget for Elementor Review - In-Depth Analysis

Showcase your latest news and posts in a dynamic marquee or slider format with this Elementor widget.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.79/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

4,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The News Ticker Widget for Elementor allows you to display your latest news and posts in an attractive marquee or slider format. You can filter posts by selected categories or taxonomies and it supports custom post types.

This widget offers various features including the ability to control the number of posts displayed, unlimited news tickers on a single page without script conflicts, and the option to pause the ticker on mouse hover. You can customize the appearance by setting background colors, controlling spacing, and choosing text colors and font families for post titles.

With total control over the ticker speed, you can make it slow or fast to suit your preferences. There are unlimited possibilities to enhance your news ticker, making it a beautiful addition to your website.

Comparing to Alternatives

News Ticker Widget for Elementor has a direct alternative in the market, offering users a choice for similar functionality within Elementor.

Top alternatives

News Ticker for Elementor ( WPS: 6.78)

Strengths

Simple and effective functionality
Cool design that integrates well with websites
Continues to work despite lack of recent updates
Compatible with recent versions of Elementor and WordPress
Positive user feedback on ease of use

Weaknesses

Stopped working after Elementor 3.6.1 update for some users
Lack of recent updates may affect compatibility
Known security vulnerability fixed only in version 1.3.3
Limited support indicated by few total ratings

User Sentiment Analysis

With an 80% positive rating from 5 total reviews, users generally appreciate the plugin's design and functionality, though some report issues with recent Elementor updates.

Positive highlights

"Great plugin! Simple and effective. Works perfectly for me." — be_pe
"Cool Design. I am using this in my website. Works and has cool design." — the masked cat
"Awesome plugin working good with my Elementor plugin. Thanks." — yousuf234258
"It's eight months since the last update, but it's running fine here with Elementor 3.9 under WP 6.1." — k-konzept

Common complaints

The plugin stopped working after the latest update of Elementor 3.6.1

Weaknesses

Known authenticated stored cross-site scripting vulnerability fixed only in version 1.3.3
Lack of frequent updates may affect long-term compatibility
Limited user base reflected in low total ratings

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a simple, visually appealing news ticker widget that integrates well with Elementor and who do not require frequent updates or extensive support.

Not ideal for

Users who need guaranteed compatibility with the latest Elementor updates or who prioritize security and frequent maintenance should consider other options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a functional news ticker widget with a cool design suitable for most basic needs.

Final Verdict

News Ticker Widget for Elementor is a straightforward and visually appealing plugin that satisfies users seeking a simple news ticker solution within Elementor. Its positive user feedback highlights ease of use and design quality, making it a solid choice for basic needs.

However, the plugin's limited updates, a known security vulnerability (now fixed), and compatibility issues with recent Elementor versions suggest caution for users requiring robust support and security. Alternatives may better serve those priorities.