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What TikTok Feeds Pro adds over the free version, including a clean video player, multiple accounts and multiple feeds.
Would you like to find out whether the free version of TikTok Feeds is enough for your site, or which paid license level you need?
In this guide, we’ll compare the free version of TikTok Feeds with the Basic, Plus, and Elite license levels. We cover feed limits, layouts, and player options. All you need is an idea of how many TikTok accounts and feeds you plan to show on your website.
Before you get started, make sure TikTok Feeds is installed and activated on your WordPress site. You can get the free version from WordPress.org. Our guide covers installing the paid version.
- Comparing Limits and Update Frequency
- Comparing Layouts and Templates
- Comparing Feed Features
- Comparing Features Outside the Feed Editor
- Frequently Asked Questions
Comparing Limits and Update Frequency
Your license level sets how many TikTok accounts you can connect and how many feeds you can create. It also sets how often a feed checks TikTok for new videos. Only the Elite license level lets you combine several accounts in one feed.
| Feature | Free version | Basic | Plus | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TikTok accounts you can connect | 1 | 5 | 10 | 25 |
| Feeds you can create | 2 | 10 | 20 | 50 |
| Videos from several accounts in one feed | No | No | No | Yes |
| How often a feed checks TikTok for new videos | Every 24 hours | Every 12 hours | Every six hours | Every three hours |
Note: A TikTok Feeds license at the Elite level and the All Access Bundle both include everything in the Elite column. For site counts and what the bundle includes, see our guide to licenses explained.
When you reach a limit, the plugin shows an upgrade prompt instead of letting you add another feed or account. The update times in the table are the shortest wait between automatic checks. If your feed isn’t showing your latest videos, see our guide on why a TikTok feed isn’t updating.
Next, we’ll compare the layouts and templates you can choose from.
Comparing Layouts and Templates
The free version includes the Grid layout and the Default template. Each paid license level adds more. Plus and Elite include every layout and template.
| Layout or template | Free version | Basic | Plus | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grid layout | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| List layout | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Masonry layout | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Carousel layout | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Gallery layout | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Default template | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cards, List, and Latest Video templates | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Carousel, Showcase Carousel, Gallery, and Widget templates | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Boxed post style | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Next, we’ll look at the other feed editor features.
Comparing Feed Features
These features appear in the feed editor. Your license level decides which of these options you can select.
| Feature | Free version | Basic | Plus | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Video thumbnails and the play icon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Author info, views, likes, and captions on each video | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Description and stats in the feed header | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Load More button | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Playing videos in a lightbox | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Playing videos inline in the feed | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Swipe View, a fullscreen player you swipe through | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sorting by recent first or oldest first | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Random sorting | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Sorting by most views or most likes | No | No | No | Yes |
| Word filters to show or hide videos by caption | No | No | Yes | Yes |
If you’re not sure which one fits, start with your needs. The free version works for one account, up to two feeds, and the Grid layout. For the List layout, the Load More button, or playing videos inline, choose Basic. For the Masonry, Carousel, or Gallery layouts, random sorting, or word filters, choose Plus. To combine several accounts in one feed or sort by most views or most likes, choose Elite.
To build a feed with these options, follow our guide on creating a TikTok feed.
Next, we’ll look at the features that work outside the feed editor.
Comparing Features Outside the Feed Editor
The features below don’t depend on your license level. The paid version plays .mp4 videos at every license level. MCP Write Access is in both the free and paid versions. Data sharing sits in a different place in each one.
| Feature | Free version | Paid version |
|---|---|---|
| Playing .mp4 videos instead of an iframe | No | Yes |
| MCP Write Access and the AI Agents card, on TikTok Feeds » Settings » General | Yes | Yes |
| Data sharing | Choices on the Data Sharing tab of TikTok Feeds » Settings | The General tab has a read-only Data sharing section instead. |
MCP Write Access and the AI Agents card appear when your site runs WordPress 6.9 or later.
That’s it! Now you know what the free version and each paid license level of TikTok Feeds include.
If you’re ready to upgrade, see our guide to installing the paid version of TikTok Feeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about the free and paid versions of TikTok Feeds.
How many TikTok accounts can I connect?
The free version connects one account. The Basic license level connects up to five, the Plus license level up to 10, and the Elite license level up to 25.
Can I show videos from more than one TikTok account in the same feed?
Only with the Elite license level. On the Basic and Plus license levels, each feed shows videos from one account. You can still connect more accounts and use each one in its own feed.
Which license level do I need for the Carousel layout?
The Carousel layout needs the Plus license level or higher. The Masonry and Gallery layouts need it too. The List layout is included from the Basic license level.
Which license level do I need for Swipe View?
Swipe View is included from the Basic license level.
For more details, see our guide on viewing TikTok videos in Swipe View.
Can I sort my feed by most views or most likes?
Sorting by most views or most likes needs the Elite license level. Every version, including the free one, can sort by recent first or oldest first. Random sorting needs the Plus license level or higher.
Does the free version include MCP Write Access?
Yes. MCP Write Access and the AI Agents card are in the free and paid versions. They show up on sites running WordPress 6.9 or later.
For more details, see our guide on turning on MCP Write Access in TikTok Feeds.
How do I switch from the free version to a paid license level?
To switch, install the paid version and activate your license. Our guide on installing the paid version of TikTok Feeds has the steps. If a paid feature doesn’t show up afterward, see what to check after you upgrade.
