Classic Editor vs Gutenberg
Side-by-side WordPress.org install buckets, ratings, and support signals. Neither side can pay for a win.
| Metric | Classic Editor | Gutenberg |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 8M+ | 400K+ |
| Rating | 4.9 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 |
| Number of ratings | 1,246 | 3,883 |
| Support resolved | 0% | 0% |
| Rank by installs | #4 | #141 |
| Tested up to | 7.0.4 | 7.0.4 |
| Requires PHP | 5.2.4 | 7.4 |
Methodology and snapshot notes
Classic Editor vs Gutenberg is a data-led WordPress plugin comparison on HostList. Both sides use the same WordPress.org signals: active-install buckets, ratings, rating volume, and support resolution where available. Neither plugin vendor can pay for a win on this page. Use the numbers to shortlist a tool, then follow the hosting links for WordPress, WooCommerce, caching, or security fit. Active installs are ranges, not exact counts. HostList rank is by active-install bucket only (alphabetical tiebreak within a bucket).
As of the latest HostList snapshot, Classic Editor sits at 8M+ active installs with a 4.9/5 rating from 1,246 reviews (rank #4 by installs). Gutenberg is at 400K+, 2.1/5 from 3,883 reviews (rank #141). Support resolution is 0% for Classic Editor and 0% for Gutenberg. Prefer the side whose install bucket, rating volume, and support load match your risk tolerance, then pick hosting that fits that stack.
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Data aggregated from WordPress.org. Active installs are published buckets, not exact counts. Category: editors.