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Database Cleaner vs Unbloater (2026)

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

Database Cleaner

Database Cleaner

5(148)

10K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 month ago
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VS
Unbloater

Unbloater

5(16)

5.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 2 months ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Database Cleaner has a higher user rating (5/5 from 148 reviews) and leads in active installations (10K+ vs 5.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Database Cleaner has accumulated 463K+ total downloads while Unbloater has 56K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
5/5Database Cleaner
Unbloater5/5
Total Reviews
148Database Cleaner
◄
Unbloater16
Active Installs
10K+Database Cleaner
◄
Unbloater5.0K+
Total Downloads
463K+Database Cleaner
◄
Unbloater56K+
Support Resolution
0%Database Cleaner
UnbloaterN/A
Last Updated
1 month agoDatabase Cleaner
◄
Unbloater2 months ago
First Released
2021Database Cleaner
Unbloater2021
Age
5 yearsDatabase Cleaner
Unbloater5 years
WP Requires
6.0+Database Cleaner
Unbloater4.2+
PHP Requires
7.4+Database Cleaner
Unbloater7.2+
Business Model
FreeDatabase Cleaner
UnbloaterFree
Latest Version
1.3.4Database Cleaner
Unbloater1.6.4

Rating Breakdown

Database Cleaner

5/5(148 reviews)
5
99%
4
1%
3
0%
2
0%
1
1%

Unbloater

5/5(16 reviews)
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%

Recent Reviews

Database Cleaner Reviews

by Isaac Eboji

Smart relational analysis & Lower false positives

A well-designed WordPress optimisation plugin that stands out for its precision and restraint. Rather than aggressively deleting data, it analyses relationships within the database and clearly flags w

by propagatica

Search function for free

A very good plugin with features that are usually found in premium plugins, for example, a search function, which in Advanced Database Cleaner, for instance, requires the Pro version.

by currantfarmer

Does everything I ask

No problems at all

Unbloater Reviews

by MTC

MUST HAVE WORDPRESS PLUGIN

Goodness, this is one handy mofo! THANK YOU

by Aggravated Badger

Unironically THE best unbloat/debloat plugin on WordPress.

Installed on two websites of mine, settings are dummy friendly and very straightforward. Very lightweight plugin too. The author deserves more ratings! Cheers and hope you keep this amazing plugin up

by akgt

The best unbloat plugin

The best plugin to unbloat your wordpress website, simple, clean and free, it does not need any pro upgrade like others. along with a great developer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Database Cleaner or Unbloater more popular?
Database Cleaner has 10K+ active installations while Unbloater has 5.0K+. Database Cleaner is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Database Cleaner or Unbloater?
Database Cleaner has a 5/5 rating from 148 reviews, while Unbloater has a 5/5 rating from 16 reviews.
Are Database Cleaner and Unbloater free?
Database Cleaner is free and Unbloater is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Database Cleaner or Unbloater?
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?
Database Cleaner was last updated 1 month ago and Unbloater was last updated 2 months ago.

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