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Smash Balloon: #1 Social Media Feeds Plugin for WordPress

7.4/10Visit website (opens in a new tab)
7.4/10

Good: Smash Balloon scores 7.4 out of 10

Based on 2 sources, weighted by how many reviews each has. How we score

1M+ active installs on WordPress.org

Smash Balloon pros and cons

What's good

  • Free versions of the Instagram, Facebook and Reviews plugins are on WordPress.org
  • Caches social data to limit API requests and keep pages fast
  • All Access Bundle covers all six Pro plugins for unlimited sites
  • 14-day money-back guarantee

What to watch

  • Each client site needs its own license unless you buy the bundle
  • Renewals are charged at full price after the introductory discount
  • Works only with WordPress

What Reddit says about Smash Balloon

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.

Praised for

  • Custom Facebook Feed was decent enough
  • Often recommended by themes

Complaints

  • No longer supports personal Instagram accounts
  • Multi-page cancellation dialog
  • Hard to get working

Who should buy Smash Balloon

  • Sites that show social posts or reviews
  • Agencies building sites for clients

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