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Auto YouTube Importer vs Bg RuTube Embed (2026)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.

Auto YouTube Importer

Auto YouTube Importer

3.7(7)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 months ago
View Auto YouTube Importer
VS
Bg RuTube Embed

Bg RuTube Embed

5(3)

1.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 3 years ago
View Bg RuTube Embed

Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Bg RuTube Embed has a higher user rating (5/5 from 3 reviews) while Auto YouTube Importer leads in active installations (1.0K+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Auto YouTube Importer has accumulated 27K+ total downloads while Bg RuTube Embed has 9.2K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
3.7/5Auto YouTube Importer
►
Bg RuTube Embed5/5
Total Reviews
7Auto YouTube Importer
◄
Bg RuTube Embed3
Active Installs
1.0K+Auto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube Embed1.0K+
Total Downloads
27K+Auto YouTube Importer
◄
Bg RuTube Embed9.2K+
Support Resolution
100%Auto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube EmbedN/A
Last Updated
3 months agoAuto YouTube Importer
◄
Bg RuTube Embed3 years ago
First Released
2021Auto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube Embed2022
Age
5 yearsAuto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube Embed4 years
WP Requires
4.8+Auto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube Embed3.0.1+
PHP Requires
7.1+Auto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube Embed5.3+
Business Model
FreeAuto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube EmbedFree
Latest Version
1.1.2Auto YouTube Importer
Bg RuTube Embed1.6.3

Rating Breakdown

Auto YouTube Importer

3.7/5(7 reviews)
5
43%
4
29%
3
0%
2
14%
1
14%

Bg RuTube Embed

5/5(3 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Recent Reviews

Auto YouTube Importer Reviews

by shahar15

It could have been good.

The plugin was great for my needs at first, but about a week ago it started publishing content on its own that isn’t mine, and that I definitely don’t want on my website at all. I removed the plugin q

by dailycastnews

A Hidden Jewel

This is a simple plugin that gives us exactly what we wanted. It’s easy to setup and use. It saves extra steps by posting our YouTube videos to our website automatically. Works just as stated.

by jamesstaples

Exactly what I needed!

Easy to just sync videos in bulk, really love the flexibility and the automated import that runs in the background and gets my new videos on the site

Bg RuTube Embed Reviews

by polygrafyst

Супер!

Перепробовал кучу разных плагинов, от простых до навороченных – ни один тех плагинов не делал автоматическую адаптацию для мобильных устройств.Видя что плагин не обновлялся уже 2+ года всё таки решил

by pressport

Работает и просто вставкой URL

Можно ли добавить опцию старта видео не с начала, а с заданного времени?

by svm3009

Работает!

Спасибо авторам данного плагина. Удалось вставить на свою страницу видео с RuTube. Правда только через шорткод. Через URL – чёрный экран плеера.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Auto YouTube Importer or Bg RuTube Embed more popular?
Auto YouTube Importer has 1.0K+ active installations while Bg RuTube Embed has 1.0K+. Bg RuTube Embed is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Auto YouTube Importer or Bg RuTube Embed?
Auto YouTube Importer has a 3.7/5 rating from 7 reviews, while Bg RuTube Embed has a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews.
Are Auto YouTube Importer and Bg RuTube Embed free?
Auto YouTube Importer is free and Bg RuTube Embed is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Auto YouTube Importer or Bg RuTube Embed?
Support resolution data is not available for all plugins. Check each plugin's WordPress.org support forum for current response quality.
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Auto YouTube Importer was last updated 3 months ago and Bg RuTube Embed was last updated 3 years ago.

Plugin data sourced from WordPress.org. Comparison and analysis by PluginSift.