Which WordPress Gallery Plugin Should I Pick? … Any Recommendations?

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Hello!

So, I’m trying to figure out which free gallery plugin would work best. I’m looking for one that lets me add multiple slideshows on a single page. Each slideshow should have about 10-20 images. Bonus if it can go full screen and have descriptions for individual images.

I’ve narrowed it down to Metaslider, Envira, Smart Slider, Photo Gallery, and Imagely.

Here are their bios:

https://wordpress.org/plugins/ml-slider/

https://wordpress.org/plugins/photo-gallery/#5.%20how%20do%20i%20publish%20galleries%20on%20pages%20or%20posts%3F

https://wordpress.org/plugins/envira-gallery-lite/

https://wordpress.org/plugins/nextgen-gallery/#description

https://smartslider3.com/?source=wpbeginnercom

Has anyone here used the free versions of these? I noticed Smart Slider says you can pay once and never again. Is that true? Thank you so much!

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I don’t know those plugins. If you’re technically minded, you could try Media Library Assistant.

Regarding the one-time payment, check if updates are included, or it could just be a one-time fee with no future support or updates.

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Hey! If you’re looking for something a bit different to showcase galleries, check out AntiGalaxy. It’s a drag-and-drop 3D and VR builder for WordPress, great for creating immersive art displays.

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You’re missing Modula from your list – they’re running a 40% off Black Friday deal right now.

Just remember, their competitors are also running Black Friday deals, but their products renew at the regular price (even if it shows a discount on their site). This includes Envira, Soliloquy, and NextGen.

Hope this helps!

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I bought Smart Slider 3 with a Lifetime Deal, and I’m really happy with it.