Ninja Media (Plugininja) wins 1 of the 1 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
| Feature | Ninja Media (Plugininja) | Smash Balloon |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | Not rated | 7.4/10 |
| Starts at | $39.99/year (better) | $49/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 14 days |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Active installs | – | 1M+ |
| Last Black Friday | – | 65% off |
| Category | Media & galleries | Media & galleries |
| Vendor | Plugininja | Smash Balloon |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
AnnualStarts here
$39.99/year
Lifetime
$99.99 once
Instagram Feed ProStarts here
$49
Facebook Feed ProStarts here
$49
All Access Bundle
$299/year
Unlimited sites
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Reddit users are mostly negative about Smash Balloon, citing its drop of personal Instagram account support, a long cancellation process and setup problems. A few users found the Custom Facebook Feed plugin decent enough, or noted that themes often recommend it.
On our comparison Ninja Media (Plugininja) comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Ninja Media (Plugininja) starts at $39.99/year and Smash Balloon starts at $49/year.
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Smash Balloon was 65% off last year.
Ninja Media is the best media library plugin for WordPress, allowing easy organization of media files with features like folders and drag-and-drop functionality.
Smash Balloon: #1 Social Media Feeds Plugin for WordPress
