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WPForms alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave WPForms: wordPress only, and many features locked to paid tiers, with upgrade prompts. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces WPForms, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. Gravity Forms currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1Fluent Forms logoFluent FormsFree plan + paidNoSelf-hosted3 of 362.6
2Formidable Forms logoFormidable FormsFree plan + paidNoSelf-hosted3 of 359.6
3Ninja Forms logoNinja FormsFree plan + paidNoSelf-hosted3 of 357.2
4Jotform logoJotformFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 355.3
  1. Fluent Forms logo

    1. Fluent FormsTop pick

    Best for: WordPress users wanting lots of features free and a cheap Pro upgrade

    Free plan + paidSelf-hosted

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from WPForms

    Generous free version and lower paid prices.

    Pros

    • Generous free version
    • Conversational and classic layouts
    • Low-cost licences, including lifetime

    Cons

    • WordPress only
    • Smaller ecosystem than Gravity Forms
    • Advanced integrations need Pro
    Visit Fluent Forms Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Fluent Forms a good WPForms alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Single-site licence
    $55 per year (discounted from $79)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026fluentforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Users
    800,000+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026fluentforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Free version
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026fluentforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Formidable Forms logo

    2. Formidable Forms

    Best for: WordPress builders creating calculators, directories or other form-driven apps

    Free plan + paidSelf-hosted

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from WPForms

    Stronger calculations and data display.

    Pros

    • Strong calculations and repeaters
    • Views display entries as listings and directories
    • Free Lite version available

    Cons

    • Steeper learning curve
    • WordPress only
    • Renewals can cost more than discounted first year
    Visit Formidable Forms Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Formidable Forms a good WPForms alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Elite plan
    $299.50 per year (discounted from $599)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026formidableforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Business plan
    $199.50 per year (discounted from $399)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026formidableforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Requirement
    WordPress plugin
    Checked Oct 25, 2026formidableforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Ninja Forms logo

    3. Ninja Forms

    Best for: WordPress users who want a free form plugin and to add paid features one by one

    Free plan + paidSelf-hosted

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from WPForms

    Free core with a la carte add-ons.

    Pros

    • Free core plugin
    • Buy only the add-ons you need
    • Long track record

    Cons

    • Essential features like logic are paid add-ons
    • Costs add up with several add-ons
    • WordPress only
    Visit Ninja Forms Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Ninja Forms a good WPForms alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free core
    Yes
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ninjaforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Founded
    2011
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ninjaforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Mid-tier bundle
    28 add-ons included
    Checked Oct 25, 2026ninjaforms.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Jotform logo

    4. Jotform

    Best for: Small businesses and organisations needing payments, PDFs, approvals and lots of templates

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from WPForms

    Hosted forms that work on any site, with a WordPress plugin.

    Pros

    • Enormous template library and field types
    • Payments, e-signatures and PDF generation built in
    • Offline data collection in mobile apps

    Cons

    • Interface can feel cluttered
    • Free plan has low submission limits and branding
    • Costs rise with submission volume
    Visit Jotform Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Jotform a good WPForms alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Free plan
    Yes (Starter)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jotform.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Nonprofit discount
    50% on Bronze, Silver and Gold
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jotform.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Zapier
    Connects to 3,000+ platforms
    Checked Oct 25, 2026jotform.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best WPForms alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

Gravity Forms logo

Best WPForms alternative for most people

Gravity Forms

More developer-friendly and extensible for complex builds.

Fluent Forms logo

Best WPForms alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Fluent Forms

Generous free version and lower paid prices.

Jotform logo

Best WPForms alternative for iPhone and Android

Jotform

Hosted forms that work on any site, with a WordPress plugin.

Jotform logo

Best WPForms alternative for working in the browser

Jotform

Hosted forms that work on any site, with a WordPress plugin.

WPForms alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to WPForms?

Gravity Forms ranks first right now. More developer-friendly and extensible for complex builds. Fluent Forms and Formidable Forms follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to WPForms?

Yes. Fluent Forms (free plan + paid), Formidable Forms (free plan + paid), Ninja Forms (free plan + paid) and Jotform (free plan + paid) have a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to WPForms?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from WPForms?

The complaints we hear most: wordPress only; many features locked to paid tiers, with upgrade prompts; renewal prices can exceed first-year discounts.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces WPForms, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.