Defender Security – Malware Scanner… vs Melapress Login Security (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Defender Security – Malware Scanner…
90K+ active installs
Free + Premium
Melapress Login Security
2.0K+ active installs
Free + Premium
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Melapress Login Security has a higher user rating (5/5 from 17 reviews) while Defender Security – Malware Scanner… leads in active installations (90K+ vs 2.0K+). Both are free + premium WordPress plugins. Defender Security – Malware Scanner… has accumulated 4.0M+ total downloads while Melapress Login Security has 25K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Defender Security – Malware Scanner… | Melapress Login Security | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 330 | ◄ | 17 |
| Active Installs | 90K+ | ◄ | 2.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 4.0M+ | ◄ | 25K+ |
| Support Resolution | 100% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ◄ | 1 month ago |
| First Released | 2017 | 2023 | |
| Age | 9 years | 3 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.4+ | 5.5+ | |
| PHP Requires | 8.0.0+ | 7.3+ | |
| Business Model | Free + Premium | Free + Premium | |
| Latest Version | 5.10.0 | 2.3.0 |
Rating Breakdown
Defender Security – Malware Scanner…
Melapress Login Security
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Defender Security – Malware Scanner… averaged approximately 831 daily downloads while Melapress Login Security averaged 20.
Recent Reviews
Defender Security – Malware Scanner… Reviews
Excellent app
Excellent app I recoment
Defender 5.10.0
After updating to version 5.10.0, it conflicts with Elementor Pro version 3.35.7It causes it to switch to safe mode.Disabling the plugin resolved the issue.The plugin handles security tasks well.
Very good and secure!
Many attacks have been repelled, and you are well informed about the measures necessary to maintain protection.
Melapress Login Security Reviews
Great support
Very useful plugin and very helpful support team.
Must have plugin in your wordpress stack
Easy to use, very stable and great price. Overall pretty great value for a plugin that is underrated.
MelaPress Login – Great Plugin – Great Support
We have been using the Plugin for a while and received great Support with clear Communication. The Plugin does what it is supposed too. You will have peace of find when purchasing this Plugin.
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