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Events Handler – The Events Plugin vs Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block
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At a glance
| Metric | Events Handler – The Events Plugin | Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block |
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| Rating | 2.9 ★ | ★ 5.0 ★ |
| Total reviews | ★ 7 | 3 |
| Active installs | 10+ | 20+ |
| Free plan | — | — |
AppRanks verdict
Generated from live data on this pageThe call
Events Handler and Sortable each lead on different measured dimensions — pick by the one that matters most to you.
Where Sortable leads
- Higher average rating: 5.0★ vs 2.9★.
How this is generated
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Read each app's audit: Events Handler – The Events Plugin audit • Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block audit
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3. App details
Long-form descriptionEvents Handler – The Events Plugin
The plugin features a straight forward user interface in the WordPress dashboard to add/edit and delete events and set some options. Events allows you to list Events on a seperate page or in the sidebar, or both. Here you can list Old (archived) events future events and if you want, events happening today. When you create or edit an event you can set it to be archived. So that it remains listed. Optionally non-archived events are automatically deleted one day (24 hours) after they expire. Many more options are available and Events is completely customizable to your theme in an easy and flexible manner. Features Widget for themes that support it Separate page for events Completely customizable layout Multi language Link events to pages/posts Set a start and end time (duration) for events Set locations for events Show events in your sidebar Archive events Edit existing events Auto remove old, non-archived events Unlimited dateformats to show events dates Options page Set a date and time to the minute Set a message to show before and another one to show after the event occurs User level restriction Management page Set amount of events to show in the sidebar Un-install option to remove the database table And more, see for yourself…
Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block
Easily create and manage events on your WordPress site with Sortable Block free plugin. This WordPress events plugin allows to organize and present both virtual and physical events with elegance and efficiency. Loaded with core features, the Sortable Block event manager is ready to use on any page, making it a perfect choice for small businesses, musicians, photographers, venues, restaurants, and non-profits. 🌟 FEATURES The Sortable Block plugin provides functionality to create and manage your events. Full support for Block editor Event (Sortable Entry) creation and management Dual layout options: List and Grid Customizable date formats with Sortable Date Seamless switching between layout styles Ideal for event calendars, changelogs, media mentions, course schedules, conference agendas, project timelines, booking systems, and publication archives Support for various content types within Sortable Entry User-friendly, enhancing website navigation and organization Responsive design ensuring optimal viewing on all devices 🔧 EASE OF INSTALLATION AND PERSONALIZATION Begin by installing the plugin from the WordPress repository, following the standard plugin installation process. Once activated, the plugin readily integrates with the WordPress block editor, making it easy to start creating and managing your events. Personalization is at the core of Sortable Block. It supports customization options accessible directly from the block editor. This means you can tailor the events layout to your liking. For instance, you might want to change the background color to align with your brand’s theme. This level of ease in installation and personalization ensures not just a user-friendly experience but also a quick setup, letting you focus more on creating engaging events and less on overcoming technical hurdles. 📒 READ FULL DOCUMENTATION Examples Sortable block used for Changelog section; Stay Connected Follow on Twitter Follow on Instagram
Frequently asked
Common questions about this comparisonWhich has better reviews, Events Handler – The Events Plugin or Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block?
Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block has the higher average rating (5.0★ from 3 reviews) compared to Events Handler – The Events Plugin (2.9★ from 7 reviews). Both are tracked daily by AppRanks, so the figures here update each refresh cycle.
Should I choose Events Handler – The Events Plugin or Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block?
Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block holds the higher average rating (5.0★ vs 2.9★). That is the one dimension AppRanks can separate them on here — read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.
Which is faster to set up, Events Handler – The Events Plugin or Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block?
Both apps are one-click installs from the WordPress Plugin Directory. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly; Events Handler – The Events Plugin has more published reviews to read for user-reported install experience (7 vs 3).
Which works better for small vs large WordPress Plugin Directory site owners?
AppRanks cannot say which fits a larger or smaller operation — there is no store-size measurement in the WordPress Plugin Directory data. What it can show: Events Handler – The Events Plugin has 7 published reviews; Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block has 3 published reviews. Compare plan limits and pricing tiers against your own volume.
Can I migrate data between Events Handler – The Events Plugin and Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block?
Migration support varies by app and category. Events Handler – The Events Plugin and Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block both publish their export options on their marketplace listing pages (or in their support docs); some apps offer one-click import from competitors, others require CSV. The fastest check: search "import from Sortable – Simple Events by Date Manager Block" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.