Compare WordPress Downloads (2026)

Side-by-side comparisons of the most popular WordPress downloads. As of April 2026, we have 27 curated comparisons with detailed analysis based on real WordPress.org data.

27 Downloads Comparisons

Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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9.0K+4Easy Media Download
Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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3.0K+4WP-DownloadManager
Easy Media Download49.0K+
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3.0K+4WP-DownloadManager
Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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10K+4.7Prevent Direct Access – Protect…
Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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7.0K+4.4Download After Email – Subscribe &…
Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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4.0K+4.7Free Downloads WooCommerce
Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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2.0K+4.9Simple Download Counter
Simple Download Monitor4.620K+
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1.0K+5Easy Digital Downloads Free Link
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…4.710K+
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9.0K+4Easy Media Download
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…4.710K+
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7.0K+4.4Download After Email – Subscribe &…
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…4.710K+
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4.0K+4.7Free Downloads WooCommerce
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…4.710K+
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3.0K+4WP-DownloadManager
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…4.710K+
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2.0K+4.9Simple Download Counter
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…4.710K+
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1.0K+5Easy Digital Downloads Free Link
Easy Media Download49.0K+
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7.0K+4.4Download After Email – Subscribe &…
Easy Media Download49.0K+
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4.0K+4.7Free Downloads WooCommerce
Easy Media Download49.0K+
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2.0K+4.9Simple Download Counter
Download After Email – Subscribe &…4.47.0K+
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4.0K+4.7Free Downloads WooCommerce
Download After Email – Subscribe &…4.47.0K+
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3.0K+4WP-DownloadManager
Download After Email – Subscribe &…4.47.0K+
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2.0K+4.9Simple Download Counter
Download After Email – Subscribe &…4.47.0K+
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1.0K+5Easy Digital Downloads Free Link
Free Downloads WooCommerce4.74.0K+
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3.0K+4WP-DownloadManager
Free Downloads WooCommerce4.74.0K+
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2.0K+4.9Simple Download Counter
Free Downloads WooCommerce4.74.0K+
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1.0K+5Easy Digital Downloads Free Link
WP-DownloadManager43.0K+
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2.0K+4.9Simple Download Counter
WP-DownloadManager43.0K+
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1.0K+5Easy Digital Downloads Free Link
Simple Download Counter4.92.0K+
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1.0K+5Easy Digital Downloads Free Link

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I choose the right WordPress downloads plugin?
Compare key metrics like active installations, user ratings, support response rates, and update frequency. Our side-by-side comparisons show these data points for each plugin so you can make an informed decision based on real WordPress.org statistics.
What data is used in these downloads comparisons?
Every comparison uses live data from WordPress.org including star ratings, active install counts, download trends, support thread resolution rates, version compatibility, and recent user reviews — all updated daily.
Are there free alternatives among WordPress downloads?
Yes — most WordPress downloads offer a free version on WordPress.org. Our comparisons include both free and premium plugins so you can evaluate whether paid features are worth the upgrade for your specific needs.
How often are these downloads comparisons updated?
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