WeWidget

Comparison

WeWidget vs Common Ninja

Compare WeWidget and Common Ninja if you want to add Google reviews to your website. A focused product versus a broad widget platform — here is an honest look at both.

What each product is

WeWidget

Purpose-built for Google Reviews. One product, one use case: embed your Google Business Profile reviews on your website. UK pricing from £5/month, unlimited views, 30-day trial, no bloated platform.

Common Ninja

A broad widget platform offering many different widget types — social feeds, galleries, reviews, countdown timers and more. Google Reviews is one widget in a large catalogue. Check commonninja.com for current offering.

Quick verdict: Common Ninja may suit businesses or developers wanting a wide variety of widget types from a single platform. WeWidget is the better choice if Google Reviews is the specific thing you need — it is simpler, more focused, and built for local service businesses.

Side-by-side comparison

Feature WeWidget◆ Common Ninja
Main focusGoogle Reviews widget — focused productBroad widget platform with many widget types
Best forLocal service businesses wanting a simple Google Reviews widgetBusinesses and developers wanting a wide variety of widget types
Google Reviews widgetCore productOne of many available widgets — check commonninja.com for details
UK pricing (£)Yes — Starter from £5/mo, Pro £9/moCheck current pricing at commonninja.com
Unlimited viewsYes — unlimited on every plan, no capsDepends on plan — check commonninja.com
Free option30-day free trial, no card requiredFree plan available — check features at commonninja.com
Widget scopeGoogle Reviews onlyMany widget types across different categories
Local business focusBuilt specifically for local service businessesGeneral platform — suits many use cases
Setup complexityPaste one HTML snippet — no plugin neededWidget builder + embed code
Auto-updates from GoogleYes — daily syncYes — check sync frequency at commonninja.com

Common Ninja features and pricing may change — verify at commonninja.com. WeWidget pricing verified June 2026.

Choose WeWidget if:

  • Google Reviews is the specific thing you need
  • You want UK pricing with no complicated tiers
  • You want unlimited views guaranteed
  • You want a simple product, not a large widget platform
  • You want to be live in under 5 minutes

Common Ninja may be better if:

  • You need many different widget types from a single platform
  • You want social feeds, galleries, timers and more alongside reviews
  • You are a developer or agency managing many widget types
  • You want to manage everything from a single dashboard

Frequently asked questions

Is WeWidget a Common Ninja alternative?
Yes. If you want a simple, focused Google Reviews widget for your local business website, WeWidget is an alternative to Common Ninja's Google reviews widget. WeWidget does one thing — Google Reviews — with clear UK pricing.
Common Ninja has many widget types. Should I use it instead?
Common Ninja is a broad widget platform with many widget types. If you need widgets beyond Google Reviews (social media feeds, countdown timers, etc.), Common Ninja may be worth exploring. If Google Reviews is the one thing you need, WeWidget is a more focused option.
Which is better for small local businesses?
WeWidget is designed specifically for local service businesses — trades, salons, restaurants, dog walkers and similar. It is a focused product built around Google Reviews, not a general widget platform.
Does WeWidget have a free trial?
Yes. WeWidget offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required.
Can I remove WeWidget branding?
Yes. The Pro plan (£9/month) removes all WeWidget branding from your widget.
Can I use WeWidget on Wix, WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace or Webflow?
Yes. WeWidget works on Wix, WordPress, Shopify, Squarespace, Webflow, and any plain HTML website.
Does WeWidget support unlimited views?
Yes. All WeWidget plans include unlimited page views — no caps, no overage fees, ever.

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Try WeWidget free for 30 days

No card required · No view limits · Works on any website