Pods
100,000+ active installs · Rated 4.8/5 · Updated August 31, 2026
A framework plugin for managing custom content in WordPress. It creates custom post types, taxonomies, settings pages and its own table-based content types, adds custom fields with conditional logic and relationships, and displays them through blocks, shortcodes, widgets or templates. It suits developers and site builders handling complex content. The plugin is free, with optional free add-ons.
Pros
- Custom content types, fields and relationships
- Migration from ACF and CPT UI
- Blocks, shortcodes and templates to show content
Cons
- Steeper learning curve than simple field plugins
- Optional Pods Pro add-ons are sold separately
- Opt-in usage tracking sends data to stats.pods.io when enabled
Topics: Custom Post Types plugins
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