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Post Terms Order – per Post based

By nsp-code

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Post Terms Order – per Post based Review - In-Depth Analysis

Sort Taxonomy Terms for each Post using a Drag and Drop interface. Easy to use and intuitive.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.67/10

User Rating

3/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

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

This plugin allows Taxonomy Terms to be sorted on a per Post basis using a Drag and Drop Sortable JavaScript capability. It includes a clean interface that makes the plugin easy and intuitive to use.

To use this plugin, simply install it through the Install Plugins interface or by uploading the post-terms-order folder to your /wp-content/plugins/ directory. After activation, a new menu item will be created within Settings > Post Terms Order, where sorts can be created.

Note that the plugin is limited to 20 objects. For unlimited usage, consider the advanced version of the plugin, which offers improved functionality and more features.

This plugin is developed by Nsp-Code and is available in English and Romanian. You can contribute translations at the WordPress translation project page.

Comparing to Alternatives

Post Terms Order – per Post based does not have any close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique option for users seeking this specific functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Allows sorting of posts by post types effectively.
Simple interface for ordering posts.
Has a pro version offering additional features.
No recorded security vulnerabilities.
Supports per post-based term ordering.

Weaknesses

Fails to sort taxonomy terms as expected.
Displays all posts from all categories when reordering, which is confusing for large sites.
Limited functionality for taxonomy term sorting compared to expectations.
User interface can be challenging to navigate with similar post titles.

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are mixed with a 3 out of 5 rating overall, but a significant portion of users (57.1%) gave low ratings (1-2 stars), indicating notable dissatisfaction alongside positive feedback.

Positive highlights

"It gave me big help to construct my website easily !!!" — bellavita33
"Sorting posts went OK with Post TYPES Order." — adramm
Users appreciate the plugin's ability to handle post type ordering effectively.

Common complaints

Does not work for sorting taxonomy terms as expected.
Shows all posts from all categories when trying to reorder, which is unhelpful for large sites.
Plugin sometimes fails to work entirely, leading to frustration.
Difficult to navigate when posts have similar titles without category context.
Overall functionality is limited and can be disappointing.

Weaknesses

Limited taxonomy term sorting capabilities.
User interface issues with large or complex sites.
Inconsistent performance reported by users.
Lack of clarity in post categorization during ordering.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward solution for ordering posts by post types and are working with smaller or less complex sites.

Not ideal for

Users requiring robust taxonomy term sorting or those managing large sites with many categories and similar post titles, as the plugin may not meet these needs effectively.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version allows basic post ordering by post types, which can be sufficient for simple use cases.

Pro version

The pro version likely includes enhanced features such as improved taxonomy term sorting and better handling of complex site structures, although specific premium features are not detailed.

Final Verdict

Post Terms Order – per Post based offers a unique approach to post ordering with some useful features, especially for simpler sites. However, its limited taxonomy term sorting and usability issues on larger sites reduce its overall effectiveness.

While it has no direct alternatives, users should weigh the plugin's strengths against its weaknesses and consider their specific needs. The availability of a pro version may address some limitations, but prospective users should be cautious given the mixed user feedback.