Dynamic Fields Engine builds custom post types, custom fields and taxonomies from a visual dashboard, without writing PHP.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $59 lifetime
- Category
- Other tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Dynamic Fields Engine
Dynamic Fields Engine vs Meta Box
Meta Box wins 1 of the 1 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Dynamic Fields Engine | Meta Box |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8.5/10 | 8.6/10 (better) |
| Starts at | $59 lifetime | $49/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 14 days |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Active installs | – | 500K+ |
| Last Black Friday | – | – |
| Category | Other tools | Admin & dev tools |
| Vendor | Wpmet | eLightUp |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
Which should you choose?
Choose Dynamic Fields Engine if…
- Freelancers building directories or listing sites
- Agencies building custom content sites without PHP
Choose Meta Box if…
- Developers building custom content types
- Agencies managing client sites with custom fields
Features
Dynamic Fields Engine
- Custom post types
- Custom fields
- Taxonomies
- Listing builder
- Query builder
- Relations
- AI assistant
Meta Box
- Custom post types and taxonomies
- Custom fields with a UI
- Relationships
- Frontend submission forms
- Conditional logic
- Custom tables
- Migration from other field plugins
Pros and cons
Dynamic Fields Engine
- Free version covers post types, fields and taxonomies
- Lifetime plans with no yearly renewal
- Works with Gutenberg blocks and Elementor widgets
- Listings, queries, relations and the AI assistant need the paid version
- Pricing page lists only lifetime plans
Meta Box
- Free version available on WordPress.org
- Migrates fields from ACF, Pods and Toolset
- Lifetime bundle at 299 for 3 sites
- 14-day money-back guarantee
- Frontend forms, conditional logic and custom tables need PRO extensions
- Bundles renew yearly at the regular price
- Lifetime bundle covers 3 sites; unlimited sites costs 699
Pricing plans
Dynamic Fields Engine
PersonalStarts here
$59 lifetime
3 sites
- Custom post types
- Custom fields
- Taxonomies
Freelancer
$109 lifetime
10 sites
- Custom post types
- Custom fields
- Taxonomies
Agency
$189 lifetime
Unlimited sites
- Custom post types
- Custom fields
- Taxonomies
Meta Box
Basic BundleStarts here
$49/year
1 site
- 12 PRO extensions
- 1 year of updates and support
- Annual renewal at regular price
Ultimate Bundle
$99/year
3 sites
- All PRO extensions
- All future PRO extensions
- Meta Box All-In-One plugin
Basic Bundle
$149/year
Unlimited sites
- 12 PRO extensions
- 1 year of updates and support
- Annual renewal at regular price
Dynamic Fields Engine vs Meta Box questions
Is Dynamic Fields Engine better than Meta Box?
On our comparison Meta Box comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Dynamic Fields Engine or Meta Box?
Dynamic Fields Engine starts at $59 lifetime and Meta Box starts at $49/year.
Can I get Dynamic Fields Engine or Meta Box cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. We'll add each discount the moment it goes live.
Both products
Access to all the powerful plugins you need to build custom fields & custom data for your WordPress websites, and the top-rated, expert support.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $49/year
- Category
- Admin & dev tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Meta Box
