✦ Tools & Resources
Addon compatibility in WoW Forever beta is constantly evolving. This guide tracks which addons work, broken ones, and how to find compatible versions.
For broader content, see our Best Addons, Performance Guide, and Bug Tracker articles.
Quick summary: Working addons: ElvUI, Details!, WeakAuras, Auctionator. Broken: Recount, Atlas, Auctioneer. Always use latest beta version.
Working addons (Day 6)
UI addons
| Addon | Status | FPS impact |
|---|---|---|
| ElvUI | ✅ Working | -2-5 FPS |
| Bartender4 | ✅ Working | -1 FPS |
| SexyMap | ✅ Working | -1 FPS |
Combat addons
| Addon | Status | FPS impact |
|---|---|---|
| Details! | ✅ Working | -1-2 FPS |
| WeakAuras | ✅ Working | -1-3 FPS |
| BigWigs | ✅ Working | -1-3 FPS |
| DBM | ✅ Working | -1-3 FPS |
Economy addons
| Addon | Status | FPS impact |
|---|---|---|
| Auctionator | ✅ Working | -1-2 FPS |
| TradeSkillMaster | ⚠️ Mostly | -3-5 FPS |
| Crafting | ✅ Working | -1 FPS |
Navigation addons
| Addon | Status | FPS impact |
|---|---|---|
| TomTom | ✅ Working | 0 FPS |
| HandyNotes | ✅ Working | -1 FPS |
| NPCScan | ✅ Working | 0 FPS |
PvP addons
| Addon | Status | FPS impact |
|---|---|---|
| Gladius | ✅ Working | -1-2 FPS |
| Battleground | ✅ Working | -1 FPS |
| OmniCC | ✅ Working | -1 FPS |
Broken / outdated addons
Don’t use
| Addon | Reason |
|---|---|
| Recount | High CPU |
| Atlas | Out of date |
| Auctioneer | Outdated data |
| PowerAuras | Replaced by WeakAuras |
Use alternative
| Replace | With |
|---|---|
| Recount | Details! |
| Atlas | Built-in dungeon journal |
| Auctioneer | Auctionator or TSM |
| PowerAuras | WeakAuras |
How to find compatible addons
Sources
| Source | Use |
|---|---|
| CurseForge | Auto-update |
| WoWUp | Manual updates |
| GitHub | Beta-specific versions |
| Official forums | Community-tested |
Search keywords
- “WoW Forever addon”
- “Forever compatible”
- “Beta addon”
Safe addon combo
Recommended 5-7 addons
- ElvUI (UI)
- Details! (damage)
- WeakAuras (notifications)
- BigWigs (boss timers)
- TomTom (navigation)
- Auctionator (AH)
- HandyNotes (map overlay)
Total FPS impact: ~10-15 FPS
Beta-specific addon issues
Common issues
| Issue | Cause | Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Addon not showing | API changes | Update to beta version |
| TSM error | Data sync | Re-import profile |
| ElvUI broken | Layout issue | /reload |
| Auctionator scan slow | Free | Display |
How to update addons
Method 1: CurseForge App
- Open CurseForge App
- Click “WoW Forever”
- Click “Update All”
- /reload in-game
Method 2: WoWUp
- Open WoWUp
- Click “Update All”
- /reload in-game
Method 3: Manual
- Download from CurseForge / GitHub
- Extract to Interface/Addons
- /reload
FAQ
What’s the most reliable addon source?
CurseForge (auto-update).
Is Recount safe to install?
No — high CPU, use Details!.
How to test if an addon works?
Install + /reload + test in-game.
Final verdict
Working addons: ElvUI, Details!, Auctionator. Avoid Recount, Atlas.
For more content, see our Best Addons, Performance Guide, and Bug Tracker articles.