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Table Sorter

By Farhan Noor

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.

Table Sorter Review - In-Depth Analysis

Transform static HTML tables into sortable tables with ease. Supports multi-column sorting and cross-browser compatibility.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 29+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

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

Table Sorter turns standard HTML tables into sortable tables without page refresh. It works on every table, whether it is coded in the WordPress template or generated from the WordPress editor. This plugin is very handy for theme developers.

It has many useful features including multi-column sorting, the ability to disable sorting from particular columns, and cross-browser support. This makes it a versatile tool for enhancing table functionality on your site.

For complete documentation and demo, please visit the WP Table Sorter plugin support page. Happy coding!

Comparing to Alternatives

Table Sorter stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users needing simple table sorting functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Extremely simple and quick to use.
Works well with static tables and integrates smoothly with plugins like Formidable Forms.
Highly reliable with a very high user rating.
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe usage.
Free and fully functional without the need for a pro version.

Weaknesses

Does not support dynamically updated tables using JavaScript.
Lacks the ability to exclude certain rows from sorting, such as totals.
No official support available for troubleshooting issues.
Limited functionality for complex table sorting needs.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 4.8 out of 5 rating from 29 users, the plugin is overwhelmingly praised for its simplicity and effectiveness, though a small minority report issues with dynamic tables and lack of support.

Positive highlights

'It just works. Very quick & simple to use.' – kingfisher64
'Perfect!!' – cloudhousecollective
'Simple and easy to use.' – twesty
'Saved me a ton of work trying to make a sortable column.' – Jeff Sherk
'Fast, simple to use, works perfectly.' – susan303

Common complaints

Doesn't work well with dynamically updated tables using JavaScript.
Duplicates rows when used with dynamic tables.
No way to keep certain rows from being sorted, like totals.
Lack of support for troubleshooting issues.

Weaknesses

Limited to static tables only.
No support or documentation for advanced use cases.
Cannot exclude specific rows from sorting.
Issues with sorting certain table columns.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, lightweight plugin to add sorting to static tables without complex requirements.

Not ideal for

Those who require sorting for dynamically updated tables, need advanced sorting features, or expect dedicated support.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full functionality for sorting static tables, providing excellent value without any cost.

Final Verdict

Table Sorter is a highly rated, simple, and effective plugin ideal for users needing basic sorting on static tables. Its ease of use and lack of security issues make it a trustworthy choice for many.

However, it falls short for users with dynamic tables or advanced sorting needs due to its limitations and lack of support. Despite this, its free availability and solid performance make it a valuable tool for straightforward table sorting tasks.