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User Roles and Capabilities

By mahabub81

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

User Roles and Capabilities Review - In-Depth Analysis

Manage user roles and capabilities in WordPress. Create, delete, and modify roles easily. Assign multiple roles to users.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.93/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 21+ reviews)

Active Installations

7,000+

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

This plugin allows you to manage user roles and capabilities in WordPress. You can create new roles and delete existing ones. It is important to note that WordPress built-in roles cannot be deleted.

The plugin is fully tested by the QA team and offers features such as cloning existing roles, renaming roles, and importing or exporting roles and capabilities. You can also manage user capabilities and set permissions easily.

With a single screen to manage capabilities for all roles, this plugin is designed to be user-friendly and efficient.

Comparing to Alternatives

User Roles and Capabilities is a strong contender in the user role management category with several notable alternatives available.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports custom post types in the free version, a feature rarely offered by free plugins.
Highly rated for ease of use and straightforward interface.
Strong functionality despite lack of recent updates.
No cost barrier as it has no paid version.
Recommended by users for its effectiveness and simplicity.

Weaknesses

Known medium severity security vulnerability with no known fix.
One reported issue with the save button disappearing, causing changes not to be saved.
Lack of recent updates may concern some users.
No pro version means no official premium support or advanced features.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 21 reviews, users generally express strong satisfaction with the plugin's features and usability. The few criticisms are isolated but notable.

Positive highlights

"It's supporting custom post types in free version. No one is offering this feature in free plugin. Highly recommended." — gohar2
"Very helpful, thnx!" — htchr
"Although not updated, it perfectly fulfills its function, thank you very much." — Francisco_InstaTienda
"I've tried many user role plugins…but this one is the easiest to use and straightforward…love it! Well done!" — felicesinger
"There's nothing like this out there. Recommended." — Cristian J. Hidalgo

Common complaints

Save button disappears causing changes not to be saved.

Weaknesses

Medium severity security vulnerability with no known fix.
Potential concerns due to lack of recent updates.
Limited support options due to absence of a pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a free, easy-to-use plugin for managing user roles and capabilities, especially those needing support for custom post types without additional cost.

Not ideal for

Users requiring guaranteed security patches, frequent updates, or premium support might find this plugin less suitable due to its known vulnerability and lack of a pro version.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes comprehensive user role management features, including support for custom post types, which is uncommon in free plugins.

Final Verdict

User Roles and Capabilities offers excellent value with its robust free features and ease of use, making it a top choice for many users managing roles and capabilities in WordPress. Its support for custom post types in the free version is a standout feature appreciated by the community.

However, the plugin has a known medium severity security vulnerability without a fix and lacks a pro version for advanced features or support. Users prioritizing security and ongoing updates should consider these factors when choosing this plugin.