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Leaflet Maps Marker (Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Bing Maps)

by Robert Seyfriedsberger

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74 Quality Score
Active Installs
18/30

With around 10,000 active installs, it sits well below top alternatives like WP Go Maps at 300,000 installs, reflecting a niche but loyal user base rather than mainstream adoption.

Update Freshness
20/25

The plugin was last updated in early December 2025 and tested against WordPress 6.9.4, signalling that the developer is still actively shipping compatible releases.

User Rating
14/15

A score of 92/100 from 245 ratings is strong and suggests the installed user base is generally pleased with the experience.

Support Health
8/15

Support health is a clear weakness, with only one tracked support thread and 0% resolved, which is a meaningful warning sign for users who may hit integration issues.

WP Compatibility
15/15

It claims compatibility with WordPress 6.9.4 and requires only PHP 5.3, so it will run on nearly any hosting environment a site is likely to be on today.

Scores higher than 33% of indexed plugins

About

The most comprehensive & user-friendly mapping solution for WordPress

Active Installs 9k+
Rating ★★★★½ 4.6/5
Last Updated 2025-12-05 4:40pm GMT
Requires WordPress 3.3+
Tested Up To 6.9.7
Requires PHP 5.3+

Security History

6 known vulnerabilities, all patched
2 High 4 Medium

Most recent: July 19, 2024

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What It Does

Leaflet Maps Marker lets WordPress users place interactive maps on pages and posts using markers, polylines, and polygon overlays. It supports OpenStreetMap out of the box and can connect to Google Maps and Bing Maps with API keys. The plugin handles multiple marker icons, custom tooltips, and individual map widgets suitable for location directories.

Who It's For

This plugin fits sites that need to display several fixed locations on a map, such as real estate listings, travel guides, multi-location retailers, or outdoor recreation maps. It is best suited for site owners comfortable adding their own API keys and who do not need route optimization or turn-by-turn directions. Single-location businesses or blogs that only want a basic contact map will likely find the feature set heavier than necessary.

Who Should Skip It

Anyone needing geocoding, address autocomplete, driving directions, or store-locator features out of the box should skip this plugin, since it requires third-party API keys and extra configuration. Developers looking for a lightweight, modern Leaflet-only solution will get more out of the simpler "Leaflet Map" alternative without the extra provider settings.

The Bottom Line

Leaflet Maps Marker earns a 77.33/100 overall and offers a solid multi-provider experience for users willing to manage API keys themselves. Its very low support resolution rate is the biggest concern, so lean on documentation and community forums if you get stuck. For most casual map needs, the simpler alternatives will be easier to live with.

Tags

bing Google Maps googlemaps map openstreetmap