CloudSecure WP Security vs Blackhole for Bad Bots (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Blackhole for Bad Bots
30K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, CloudSecure WP Security has a higher user rating (5/5 from 2 reviews) and leads in active installations (100K+ vs 30K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. CloudSecure WP Security has accumulated 620K+ total downloads while Blackhole for Bad Bots has 887K+. Blackhole for Bad Bots has a higher support resolution rate (100% vs 100%).
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | CloudSecure WP Security | Blackhole for Bad Bots | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | ◄ | 4.7/5 |
| Total Reviews | 2 | ► | 148 |
| Active Installs | 100K+ | ◄ | 30K+ |
| Total Downloads | 620K+ | ► | 887K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | 100% | |
| Last Updated | 3 weeks ago | ► | 2 weeks ago |
| First Released | 2023 | 2016 | |
| Age | 3 years | 10 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.3.15+ | 4.7+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.1+ | 5.6.20+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.4.5 | 3.8.1 |
Rating Breakdown
CloudSecure WP Security
Blackhole for Bad Bots
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, CloudSecure WP Security averaged approximately 2,871 daily downloads while Blackhole for Bad Bots averaged 905.
Recent Reviews
CloudSecure WP Security Reviews
サイトのエラーをいち早く知らせてくれる
その他の設定も簡単便利で、日本人が入れたほうがいいかも！？ This topic was modified 4 months ago by iida_wp. This topic was modified 4 months ago by iida_wp.
シンプルで使いやすい
シンプルで使いやすいインターフェースが魅力的で、初心者でも簡単に設定できます。WAF機能がしっかりしていて、サイトのセキュリティを高めてくれるのが安心です。特に、シンプルwafは一般的な攻撃には十分対応できると思います、またサポートも丁寧に対応していただき感謝しております。今後さらなる進化に期待しております。
Blackhole for Bad Bots Reviews
Cloudflare Compatibility
Plug in has many problems with Cloudflare
Does nothing!
n/a This topic was modified 4 months, 2 weeks ago by ron441241. This topic was modified 4 months, 2 weeks ago by ron441241.
Great plugin
Hi. It seems to be doing its job. I am happy with it. Thanks 🙂 [Blackhole for Bad Bots]
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