--- title: "7 Best YouTube Plugins for WordPress Compared (2026)" url: https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-youtube-plugins-for-wordpress/ date: 2024-01-25 modified: 2026-08-04 lang: en author: "Aditya Sharma" description: "Short answer: if your site runs on Elementor, the YouTube Feed widget inside The Plus Addons for Elementor is the quickest way to put a channel, playlist or single video..." image: https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Best-YouTube-Plugins-for-WordPress-1-3-1024x536.jpg word_count: 4141 --- # 7 Best YouTube Plugins for WordPress Compared (2026) ## - The Plus Addons for Elementor places the YouTube Feed widget inside Elementor, and it is the quickest way to add a channel, playlist or single video without code. - YouTube Feed by The Plus Addons for Elementor supports Carousel, Grid and Masonry layouts, and it can display up to 100 YouTube videos at a time. - WP Social Ninja combines YouTube feeds, review widgets and chat in one plugin, and it supports playlists, livestreams and search feeds. - Feeds for YouTube by Smash Balloon is the strongest standalone pick, with 100,000 active installs and a 98/100 rating from 199 WordPress.org reviews. - Embed Plus for YouTube focuses on lazy-loaded embeds and livestream widgets, while Video Gallery by Total-Soft offers a free video gallery for a tight budget. **Short answer:** if your site runs on Elementor, the YouTube Feed widget inside [The Plus Addons for Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/youtube-feed/) is the quickest way to put a channel, playlist or single video on a page without code. If you are not on Elementor, [Feeds for YouTube by Smash Balloon](https://wordpress.org/plugins/feeds-for-youtube/) is the strongest standalone pick (100,000 active installs, rated 98/100 from 199 reviews). Pick **WP Social Ninja** if you want YouTube feeds, reviews and chat from one plugin, **Envira Gallery** for mixed photo and video galleries, **Feed Them Social** for YouTube next to other networks, **Embed Plus for YouTube** for lazy-loaded embeds and live streams, and **Video Gallery by Total-Soft** for a free gallery on a tight budget.   YouTube Plugins for WordPress helps you embed your YouTube videos, channels, and playlists directly into your website. These plugins are very useful in making your website interactive and they enhance your user’s experience These plugins are designed to make it easy for you to add YouTube feeds to your website without having to write any code. They offer a range of customization options that allow you to control how your YouTube feeds look and behave on your website. We'll take a look at the Best YouTube Plugins for WordPress and help you choose the one that's right for your website. Table Of Contents ## What are YouTube Plugins in WordPress? ![YouTube Feed grid layout demo built with The Plus Addons for Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/YouTube-Feed-Grid-Layout-Demo.png)The YouTube Feed widget in The Plus Addons for Elementor rendering a channel as a responsive grid. [*YouTube Feed Grid Layout Demo from The Plus Addons of Elementor*](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/youtube-feed/) YouTube feed plugins allow you to display your YouTube channel videos, playlists and feeds on your WordPress website. These are essential for bloggers, website owners, and businesses who want to showcase their YouTube content on their websites.  These plugins are easy to use, and you don't need any coding skills to install and set them up on your website. These plugins come with a range of features that make it easy to customize your YouTube feeds. They are responsive, which means that they will adjust to the size of the screen and device that your website visitors are using, also these plugins are highly customizable, which means that You can change the color, font, and layout of your YouTube feeds. ## How We Picked These YouTube Plugins Every plugin below was re-checked on **4 August 2026** before this update went live. For each one we pulled the current active install count, version number, last-updated date, the highest WordPress version it is tested against and its user rating straight from the WordPress.org plugin API, then read the price off the vendor’s own pricing page on the same day. Nothing here is carried over from an older round-up. Two things are worth knowing about the price column. Several vendors were running a public discount on 4 August 2026, so where a sale price applies we print both the list price and the sale price rather than the cheaper number on its own. And every plugin here is still open and actively maintained on WordPress.org, which is not true of every YouTube plugin you will find in older articles. Ranking order reflects how well each plugin fits a specific job rather than one overall score, so read the **Best for** line on each entry before you pick. The YouTube Feed widget at number one is our own, built into The Plus Addons for Elementor, and it is listed first because it is the fastest route for Elementor users; if you are not on Elementor, start at number three. ## 7 Best YouTube Plugins for WordPress Here are the top YouTube plugins for WordPress that you should consider: | Plugin | Type | Best for | Price | Active installs | Last updated | | ------ | ---- | -------- | ----- | --------------- | ------------ | | [YouTube Feed by The Plus Addons for Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/youtube-feed/) | Elementor widget | Elementor sites that want a channel or playlist feed | Free; Pro from $39/year | 100,000 (base plugin) | 27 Jun 2026 | | [WP Social Ninja](https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-social-reviews/) | Feeds, reviews and chat | Running YouTube, reviews and chat from one plugin | Free; $89/year list, $44/year on sale | 30,000 | 26 Jul 2026 | | [Feeds for YouTube (Smash Balloon)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/feeds-for-youtube/) | Dedicated YouTube feed | A standalone YouTube feed on any theme or builder | Free; Basic $98/year list, $49/year on sale | 100,000 | 10 Jun 2026 | | [Envira Gallery](https://wordpress.org/plugins/envira-gallery-lite/) | Gallery builder | Mixing YouTube videos with photos in one gallery | Free Lite; Basic $79/year list, $39.50/year on sale | 100,000 | 28 Jul 2026 | | [Feed Them Social](https://wordpress.org/plugins/feed-them-social/) | Multi-network feeds | YouTube shown next to other social networks | Free; Premium $50/year for one site | 20,000 | 22 May 2026 | | [Embed Plus for YouTube](https://wordpress.org/plugins/youtube-embed-plus/) | Embeds and live streams | Lazy-loaded embeds and livestream widgets | Free; Pro $45.99/6 months or $49.99/year | 100,000 | 9 Apr 2026 | | [Video Gallery by Total-Soft](https://wordpress.org/plugins/gallery-videos/) | Video gallery | A free video gallery on a tight budget | Free; Personal $15, Business $29 one-time | 10,000 | 5 Mar 2026 | The 7 best YouTube plugins for WordPress compared on type, price, active installs and last-updated date. Install counts, versions and update dates pulled from the WordPress.org plugin API on 4 August 2026; prices read from each vendor’s own pricing page the same day. ### 1. YouTube Feed Plugin by The Plus Addons for Elementor ![YouTube Feed widget by The Plus Addons for Elementor in action](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/1.-YouTube-Feed-Plugin-by-The-Plus-Addons-for-Elementor.gif)The YouTube Feed widget settings and layout options inside the Elementor editor. **Best for:** Elementor sites that want a YouTube channel, playlist or single video laid out visually without touching code. It is a widget inside The Plus Addons for Elementor rather than a standalone plugin, so it only makes sense if you already build with Elementor. [YouTube Feed by The Plus Addons for Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/youtube-feed/) plugin allows you to display your YouTube channel's videos on your website in a variety of formats, including carousal, grid, and masonry layouts. This plugin allows you to add comments, channel link, comment count, view count etc. Also you can fetch feed automatically from your YouTube account Whenever there is a new video on your YouTube channel, this plugin will automatically update the feed on your website. This plugin comes with other features like you can manage your content in your desired way, it is also SEO-friendly, and being highly responsive. It comes with multiple scrolling features like lazy load, load more and all content at once. It also have[ live copy paste domain](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-extras/cross-domain-copy-paste-content/) feature in which you can simply copy the desired feed style from our pre-designed demo page and directly paste it to your own web page. The Plus Addons for Elementor Social Feed widget collection not only shows YouTube, but also allows you to create [Facebook Feed,](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/facebook-feed/) [Instagram Feed](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/instagram-feed/), [Vimeo Feed](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/vimeo-feed/), [X (Formerly Twitter) Feed](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/twitter-feed/), individual or combine them to create a [Multi Social Feed.](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/combined-filterable-social-feed/) #### Key Features of YouTube Feed Plugin - **Flexible & Responsive**: It will automatically adjust the video size as per the user’s device - **Multiple layout options:** YouTube Feed by The Plus Addons for Elementor offers you multiple layouts like Carousel Layout, Grid Layout, and Masonry Layout to display your videos. - **The number of videos**: You can display up to 100 YouTube videos at a time. - **Refresh Time**: The plugin allows you to choose refresh intervals (e.g., every hour, day) for feed updates, balancing timely content and site performance. - **Category Filter Option**: You can display [multiple social feeds](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/combined-filterable-social-feed/) like Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Vimeo, etc. in one place and filter them using a category filter - **Display Options**: This plugin allows you to show your video for the date, title, rating, relevance, view count, and video count. - **Automatic Feed Update**: The plugin automatically updates your feed when you upload new videos to your YouTube channel. - **Video Types: **This YouTube playlist plugin lets you add videos in various types like user feed, channel, and search. - **Multiple loading options**: It has features like Lazy load, load more, and all content at once #### Pricing of YouTube Feed Plugin The YouTube Feed widget ships inside The Plus Addons for Elementor. The base plugin is free on WordPress.org, and the Pro plans on the [pricing page](https://theplusaddons.com/pricing/) start at $39/year for 1 site (Starter, list $43), then $89/year for 5 sites (Professional) and $129/year for unlimited sites (Studio). Lifetime licences start at $139 once for 1 site. Every plan carries a 60-day refund guarantee. Prices checked 4 August 2026. [Learn More](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/youtube-feed/) ### 2. WP Social Ninja ***Also Read:** [5 Best WordPress YouTube Feed Plugins for Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-wordpress-youtube-feed-plugins/) narrows this list to feed widgets built specifically for Elementor.* ![WP Social Ninja YouTube feed plugin for WordPress](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/image-3-1024x554.png)WP Social Ninja combines YouTube feeds with review widgets and chat in a single plugin. **Best for:** sites that want YouTube feeds, review widgets and chat from a single plugin instead of three separate ones. At 30,000 active installs it is the smallest install base of the paid options here, but it is also one of the two most recently updated (26 July 2026). **WP Social Ninja** is the best [YouTube feed plugin for WordPress](https://wpsocialninja.com/platforms/youtube-feed/). If you’re looking for a tool that lets you easily embed your YouTube content while keeping your site lightweight and engaging, this plugin is a perfect choice. WP Social Ninja’s YouTube feed feature is built to help brands, creators, educators, and businesses showcase their YouTube presence directly on their websites. It doesn’t just display your videos; it helps you create a professional-looking feed that’s customizable, responsive, and designed to boost engagement. With WP Social Ninja, you can easily embed playlists, channel videos, or individual YouTube videos on any page using simple shortcodes. Plus, it supports multiple feed layouts and templates, so your content always looks fresh and well-organized #### Key Features of WP Social Ninja - **Multiple Feed Types:** Display videos from your YouTube channel, specific playlists, livestreams, or search feed. - **Customization and Layouts:** Choose your favourite layout from Grid or Carousel and different templates. You can also adjust the styles for colors, typography, and video display settings without any coding. - **Video Control:** Take full control over how your videos are displayed by choosing or selecting to show or hide video titles, play icon, date, duration, and others. - **Pop-up Play Mode:** Keep visitors on your site by enabling pop-up play, which allows videos to play directly on your website without redirection. - **Engagement Boost:** Display like, comment, and view options, and add a subscription button to increase your channel's followers. - **Real-Time Updates:** Your website feed automatically syncs with your YouTube uploads. - **Advanced Filtering:** Highlight your best content by filtering videos based on keywords, title, or description. - **Responsive and Optimized:** The plugin is 100% mobile-friendly and SEO-friendly, which ensures a smooth experience for its visitors on all devices. **Integrations:** It works perfectly with Elementor, Gutenberg, Beaver Builder, and Oxygen Builder. #### Pricing of WP Social Ninja WP Social Ninja has a free version on WordPress.org with the essential feed features. The single-site licence is listed at $89/year and was on sale at $44/year when we checked on 4 August 2026; the 25-domain Agency licence is $299/year list ($149 on sale) and the unlimited licence $499/year list ($249 on sale). [Learn More](https://wpsocialninja.com/) ### 3. Smash Balloon ![Feeds for YouTube by Smash Balloon plugin page](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Smash-Balloon-1.png)Feeds for YouTube by Smash Balloon, the most installed dedicated YouTube feed plugin on this list. **Best for:** a dedicated, standalone YouTube feed that works on any theme or page builder. It is the highest rated plugin on this list at 98/100 from 199 WordPress.org reviews, with 100,000 active installs. Smash Balloon is a simple yet powerful YouTube plugin for WordPress. This plugin is designed to help you display your YouTube content on your website in a beautiful and customizable way, without requiring any technical or design skills. You can change layouts, color schemes, and more of your YouTube feed very easily with its built-in visual editor. Also, you can choose different feed types like timeline, photos, videos, etc. This YouTube feed plugin is made by keeping performance in mind. Its post-caching system saves a copy of YouTube content on your website, so it doesn't have to load it from YouTube every time someone visits the page. This helps your website load faster. Lastly, this plugin is SEO optimized. #### Key Features of Smash Balloon - **Customizable YouTube feeds**: You can customize the look and feel of your YouTube feeds to match your website design, using the plugin's built-in customization options. - **Easy setup**: Once you've installed the plugin, you can start displaying your YouTube content on your website - **Multiple-feeds**: You can embed videos from different YouTube channels on multiple pages or widgets - **Multiple layouts**: You can display videos from any YouTube channel in a list, gallery, or grid layout - Lightning fast: post caching and minimized YouTube API requests means that your feed loads lightning fast - **Live Streaming Feeds**: Automatically display a feed of upcoming and currently playing live streams from your channel. - **International Language Support**: Fully localized and translatable change or translate any of the text strings in your feeds to display the text in any language you like. - **Responsive design**: The plugin is designed to be fully responsive, so your YouTube feeds will look great on any device. - **Automatic updates**: The plugin is regularly updated to ensure compatibility with the latest versions of WordPress and YouTube. #### Pricing of Smash Balloon Feeds for YouTube is free on WordPress.org. On smashballoon.com the Basic plan is listed at $98/year and was on sale at $49/year on 4 August 2026, with Plus at $198 list ($99 on sale) and Elite at $298 list ($149 on sale). The All Access Bundle, which includes every Smash Balloon feed plugin, is $598 list ($299 on sale). [Learn More](https://wordpress.org/plugins/feeds-for-youtube/) ***Read Further: ***[***5 Best Instagram Feed Plugins for Elementor***](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-instagram-feed-plugins-for-elementor/) ### 4. Envira Gallery ![Envira Gallery WordPress gallery plugin with video support](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Envira-Gallery-1.png)Envira Gallery builds photo and video galleries, with YouTube support in its paid Videos addon. **Best for:** mixing YouTube videos and photos in one gallery, especially if Envira already handles your images. Worth knowing: YouTube support comes from the paid Videos addon, so the free Lite plugin alone will not build a video gallery. Envira Gallery is a great plugin to consider. Using Envira Gallery, You can showcase your YouTube videos beautifully by creating video galleries, featuring videos in a lightbox, and embedding video thumbnails on pages  Using this plugin not only single YouTube video but also you can embed full YouTube playlists. Adding YouTube video to your site is very easy by using this plugin just enter the URL or Video or playlist and a specific thumbnail you want to show. Don't worry if you don't have a thumbnail ready it will automatically generate one for you to make your work easy. #### Key Features of Envira Gallery - **YouTube Integration**: Envira Gallery's YouTube addon allows you to easily embed YouTube videos into your galleries. - **Drag-and-Drop Builder**: Envira Gallery comes with a drag-and-drop builder that makes it easy for you to create video galleries without any coding knowledge. - **Responsive Design**: The video galleries created with Envira Gallery are fully responsive, which means they'll look great on any device. - **Customization Options**: Envira Gallery offers a wide range of customization options, including the ability to change the gallery layout, add captions and watermarks, and more. #### Pricing of Envira Gallery Envira Gallery Lite is free on WordPress.org. On enviragallery.com the Basic plan is listed at $79/year and was on sale at $39.50/year on 4 August 2026, rising through Plus ($139 list, $69.50 on sale), Pro ($199 list, $99.50 on sale) and Ultra ($399 list, $199.50 on sale). YouTube support sits in the paid Videos addon. [Learn More](https://wordpress.org/plugins/envira-gallery-lite/) ***Read Further: ***[***5 Best WordPress Video Player Plugins***](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-wordpress-video-player-plugins/) ### 5. Feed Them Social ![Feed Them Social multi-network social feed plugin for WordPress](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/chrome_xknoTvlpp5.png)Feed Them Social pulls YouTube in alongside other social networks in one combined feed. **Best for:** showing YouTube next to Facebook, Instagram and other networks in one combined feed rather than running a separate plugin per network. Feed Them Social is a WordPress plugin to display social feeds on your website, It is a great option. This plugin allows you to create as many social feeds as you want and display them on any post, page, or sidebar. The feeds that you will create will be highly responsive means it will look great on all devices. Also, you don't have to manually update the newly published video on your website it will be automatically updated. Along with that, there are also options for showcasing any specific video, playlists, etc. Also, you can choose how many videos you want to showcase per column and you can even add load more option in the feed so you can add as many as YouTube videos you want. #### Key Features of Feed Them Social - **Quick Install and Set up**: You can easily install and set up Feed Them Social in just a few minutes. - **Responsive Design**: The social feeds are designed to look great on all devices, including desktops, tablets, and mobile phones. - **Saved Feed Options**: You can save your feed options for easy editing in the future. - **Simple Access Token Fetching**: You can easily fetch the access token for your social media accounts. - **Customize Font Colors**: You can customize the font colors to match your website's theme. - **Convert Old Shortcodes**: You can convert old shortcodes to saved feed options. - **Add buttons**: you can add a like or follow button on the above or below feed #### Pricing of Feed Them Social The free version of Feed Them Social is on the WordPress.org plugin repository. On slickremix.com the Premium licence is $50.00/year for a single site, $150.00/year for 2 to 5 sites and $199.00/year for unlimited sites, each billed once per year until cancelled. Prices checked 4 August 2026. [Learn More](https://wordpress.org/plugins/feed-them-social/) ***Read Further: ***[***How To Add Facebook Feed To Elementor WordPress Website***](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/add-elementor-facebook-feed/) ### 6. YouTube Embed Plus ***Also Read:** [8 Best Facebook Plugins for WordPress](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-facebook-plugins-for-wordpress/) covers the same ground for Facebook feeds, reviews and live video.* ![Embed Plus for YouTube WordPress plugin](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Embed-Plus-for-YouTube.png)Embed Plus for YouTube adds galleries, live streams and lazy-loaded embeds with facades. **Best for:** lazy-loaded embeds and live-stream widgets on content-heavy sites where the weight of a standard YouTube embed hurts page speed. Its facade option loads a lightweight placeholder until a visitor actually presses play. YouTube Embed Plus a powerful and customizable and worth considering. This plugin allows you to embed and customize YouTube galleries, livestreams, shorts, and standard videos, with a wide range of customization options. There are plenty of responsive video layouts available such as Grid, slider, and vertical. You can also showcase videos with Lightbox to give it a more attractive look. Even you can change the shape of the thumbnail from common rectangle shape to circle. The best feature of this plugin is you can also integrate live streams from your YouTube channel and along with that you can also embed a live chat box. If you are not live yet then you can show a custom thumbnail and once you are live it will automatically replaced with the live stream. #### Key Features of YouTube Embed Plus - **Customizable Gallery and Playlist Layouts**: These plugins offer flexibility in designing your YouTube gallery and playlist layouts according to your preferences. - **YouTube Livestreams and Premieres**: Stay connected with your audience by showcasing YouTube livestreams and premieres directly on your WordPress website. - **Embed YouTube Shorts**: Effortlessly embed YouTube shorts, adding a dynamic and engaging element to your website. - **Automatic Video Thumbnail Generation**: Save time with automatic generation of video thumbnails for a polished and professional appearance. - **Customizable Video Player Controls**: Take control of your video content with customizable player controls, so playback stays smooth for viewers. - **Responsive Design for Mobile Devices**: Ensure an optimal user experience with responsive designs that adapt to various screen sizes. - **Support for Multiple Languages**: Reach a broader audience by providing support for displaying YouTube content in multiple languages. #### Pricing of YouTube Embed Plus Embed Plus for YouTube has a free version on WordPress.org and a Pro upgrade. On embedplus.com the Pro plan is listed at $59.99 for 6 months and $69.99 per year, and on 4 August 2026 both were discounted to $45.99 for 6 months and $49.99 per year. [Learn More](https://wordpress.org/plugins/youtube-embed-plus/) ***Read Further***: [***How to Embed Google Reviews on Website***](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/embed-google-reviews-widget-on-website/) ### 7. Video Gallery Total Soft ![Video Gallery by Total-Soft WordPress video gallery plugin](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Video-Gallery-Total-Soft-2.png)Video Gallery by Total-Soft, the budget option, with paid tiers at $15 and $29 one-time. **Best for:** a free video gallery on a tight budget, with one-time pricing instead of a subscription. Worth knowing: it is the least recently updated plugin here (5 March 2026) and is only tested up to WordPress 6.9.5, so check it against your WordPress version before you rely on it. Video Gallery Total Soft is a powerful and user-friendly YouTube feed plugin for WordPress. This plugin offers a range of features to help you create a stunning video gallery on your website. This video feed plugin is fully responsive means doesn't matter what the device size it is going to look amazing on all the devices. Also, if you don't to design a YouTube video gallery from scratch then there are more than 15 free themes available. #### Key Features of Video Gallery Total Soft - **User-friendly editor**: The plugin comes with a simple and intuitive editor that allows you to create your video gallery with ease. - **Lightbox**: The lightbox feature is sleek and modern, helping to showcase your videos impressively. - **Responsive and touch-friendly**: The plugin is fully responsive, ensuring that your video gallery and looks great on all devices. It's also touch-friendly, making it easy for users to browse through your videos on mobile devices. - **Gallery layouts**: Video Gallery Total Soft comes with a range of gallery layouts to choose from, allowing you to create a unique and visually stunning video gallery. - **Video Lightbox effect**: The plugin offers a video lightbox effect that lets you display your videos in a popup window. - **Hover effects**: The hover effects feature lets you add animations and effects to your video gallery, making it more visually appealing. - **Gallery pagination**: The plugin comes with gallery pagination, allowing users to easily navigate through your video gallery. - **Gallery Load More**: You can also enable the "Load More" button to allow users to load more videos without refreshing the page. #### Pricing of Video Gallery Total Soft Video Gallery by Total-Soft is free on WordPress.org with a limited feature set. On total-soft.com the paid tiers are Personal at $15 for 1 website and Business at $29 for 5 websites, both one-time payments rather than subscriptions. Prices checked 4 August 2026. [Learn More](https://wordpress.org/plugins/gallery-videos/) ## Which WordPress YouTube Plugin Should You Choose? Choosing the best YouTube plugin for your WordPress site requires critical thinking and deciding which plugin should you choose over others.  Here are some factors to consider it should be easy to use, compatible with all the Wordpress versions, also it should be highly responsive, flexible, SEO friendly, etc. Considering all the above-mentioned features we can say that the [**Youtube Feed by The Plus Addons for Elementor**](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/social-feed/youtube-feed/) is the best choice as it fulfills all the features requirements that a YouTube feed plugin should have. This plugin offers a rich set of customization options including **Multiple Scrolling Options, SEO-friendly, highly Flexible & Responsive layout,  Always Up-to-date features, Easy & one-time setup, and Multiple Pre-Built Layouts, **and many more. The YouTube Feed widget is just one Social Feed widget. Check out these other amazing [14+ Social feed widgets](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-widget/#plus-social-wgts) from The Plus Addons for Elementor. ![14 social feed widgets in The Plus Addons for Elementor](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/14-Social-Feed-Widgets.png)The YouTube Feed widget is one of 14+ social feed widgets in The Plus Addons for Elementor. 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Download Our FREE E-Book of 20+ Checklist for WordPress Site Maintenance. ​ [contact-form-7] Field LabelSend Me the eBook ## FAQs on YouTube Plugins for WordPress ### Why to embed YouTube feed plugins in your WordPress website? Embedding YouTube Feed in your website improves user experience, and SEO it helps in boosting the chances of ranking in the video carousel on SERPs, also helps with driving more traffic to your website, and increases social engagement between you and your subscribers. ### What are the top features to look for in a YouTube feed plugin for WordPress? When looking for a YouTube feed plugin for WordPress, you should consider features such as customization options, Multiple Scrolling Options, Easy one Time Setup, SEO friendly, and automatic feed updates. These features allow you to display your YouTube content in a way that is visually appealing and engaging for your audience. ### What are the advantages of using the YouTube Feed Pro plugin over free versions? The YouTube Feed Pro plugin offers advanced features such as automatic feed updates, custom CSS, and priority support. These features make it easier to manage your YouTube content on your WordPress site and provide a better user experience for your audience. ### How can a YouTube playlist be integrated into a WordPress website? To integrate a YouTube playlist into your WordPress website, you can use a plugin such as YouTube Feed Plugin by The Plus Addons for Elementor. These plugins allow you to display not only a particular YouTube playlist but also any particular video or channel on your WordPress site in a customizable and visually appealing way. ### What steps are involved in optimizing YouTube video performance on WordPress? To optimize YouTube video performance on your WordPress site, you should consider factors such as video size, playback quality, and page load speed. You can optimize your videos by compressing them, using a content delivery network, and optimizing your website's code. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: Which YouTube plugin is best for an Elementor site?** A: The YouTube Feed widget inside The Plus Addons for Elementor is the fastest fit for Elementor sites because it lives inside the editor and handles a channel, playlist, or single video without code. It also supports carousel, grid, and masonry layouts, plus automatic feed updates when new videos are published. That makes it a better match than a standalone plugin if your whole site is already built in Elementor. **Q: What is the best standalone YouTube plugin for WordPress?** A: Feeds for YouTube by Smash Balloon is the strongest standalone pick on this page. It works on any theme or page builder, has 100,000 active installs, and is rated 98/100 from 199 WordPress.org reviews. The practical advantage is that it does not depend on Elementor, so it fits sites that need a dedicated YouTube feed without changing their builder setup. **Q: Which YouTube plugin should I use if I want feeds, reviews, and chat in one plugin?** A: WP Social Ninja is the right choice when you want YouTube feeds, review widgets, and chat from one plugin instead of three separate tools. The page also says it supports playlists, channel videos, livestreams, and search feeds, with Grid or Carousel layouts. That combination makes it useful for sites that want social proof and video content in one place. **Q: Does any WordPress YouTube plugin support lazy-loaded embeds?** A: Embed Plus for YouTube is the one on this list built around lazy-loaded embeds and facades. Its facade option loads a lightweight placeholder until someone presses play, which helps on content-heavy pages where a normal embed can hurt page speed. It also adds galleries, livestreams, shorts, and live chat support, so it is aimed at heavier video pages rather than simple feed blocks. **Q: Can I mix YouTube videos with photos in the same gallery?** A: Envira Gallery is the best match for mixed photo and video galleries because its paid Videos addon adds YouTube support. The page says you can embed full playlists, use a drag-and-drop builder, and let Envira generate a thumbnail automatically if you do not have one ready. That makes it a better fit when your gallery needs both image content and video content in one layout. **Q: Which YouTube plugin is best on a tight budget?** A: Video Gallery by Total-Soft is the budget option because its paid tiers are one-time purchases at $15 and $29 instead of yearly subscriptions. The page also notes that it includes more than 15 free themes and offers responsive, touch-friendly galleries with lightbox effects. One tradeoff matters here: it was last updated on 5 March 2026 and tested only up to WordPress 6.9.5.