I’m a bit confused about something I’ve heard recently. Is it true that WordPress.org has come out with a new ‘PRO’ version of Custom Fields? From what I understand, it’s supposed to have features similar to Advanced Custom Fields pro.
This is news to me, and I’m wondering if anyone else has heard about this or used it. What kind of advanced features does it offer? How does it compare to ACF pro in terms of functionality and ease of use?
If this is real, it could be a game-changer for WordPress developers. Has anyone got any details on pricing, or whether it’s included in certain WordPress plans?
I’d really appreciate any info or experiences you can share about this. Thanks in advance!
nah, i haven’t heard anything bout wordpress.org releasing a premium custom fields thing. sounds like a rumor to me. ACF pro is still the go-to for advanced custom fields as far as i know. wp.org usually keeps things free and open source, so a paid version would be surprising. maybe double-check your source?
I’ve been using WordPress for years, and I can say with confidence that there’s no official premium version of Custom Fields from WordPress.org. They’re pretty committed to keeping core features free.
What you might be hearing about is the new Block Editor (Gutenberg) which has expanded custom field capabilities. It’s not exactly like ACF, but it’s getting more powerful with each update.
From my experience, ACF Pro is still the gold standard for advanced custom fields. I use it on almost every project. The flexibility and power it offers are unmatched, especially for complex layouts.
If you’re looking for enhanced custom field functionality within WordPress core, I’d suggest exploring the full potential of blocks and block patterns. They’re constantly evolving and might meet your needs without needing a separate plugin.
As a long-time WordPress developer, I can confidently say that WordPress.org hasn’t released a premium version of Custom Fields with ACF-like features. This seems to be a misunderstanding or misinformation.
WordPress.org is committed to keeping core functionality free and open-source. While they’ve significantly improved the Block Editor (Gutenberg) with each release, it’s not a direct competitor to ACF Pro.
For advanced custom field functionality, ACF Pro remains the industry standard. It offers unparalleled flexibility and power for complex layouts and data structures. If you’re looking for ACF-like features, I’d recommend sticking with the tried-and-true ACF Pro plugin.
That said, it’s worth exploring the evolving capabilities of the Block Editor. It might surprise you with its growing feature set, especially if you haven’t used it recently.