XML Sitemap Generator for Google vs Sitemap Generator Professional (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
XML Sitemap Generator for Google
1.0M+ active installs
Free + Premium
Sitemap Generator Professional
4.0K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, XML Sitemap Generator for Google has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 2,229 reviews) and leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 4.0K+). Both are free + premium WordPress plugins. XML Sitemap Generator for Google has accumulated 42M+ total downloads while Sitemap Generator Professional has 200K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | XML Sitemap Generator for Google | Sitemap Generator Professional | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ◄ | 3.7/5 |
| Total Reviews | 2,229 | ◄ | 23 |
| Active Installs | 1.0M+ | ◄ | 4.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 42M+ | ◄ | 200K+ |
| Support Resolution | 20% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ◄ | 3 years ago |
| First Released | 2005 | 2015 | |
| Age | 21 years | 11 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.6+ | 4.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.0+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free + Premium | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.1.23 | 1.7.7 |
Rating Breakdown
XML Sitemap Generator for Google
Sitemap Generator Professional
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, XML Sitemap Generator for Google averaged approximately 3,846 daily downloads while Sitemap Generator Professional averaged 5.
Recent Reviews
XML Sitemap Generator for Google Reviews
Very Useful Plugin
Really useful plugin. Setup was quick & sitemap generated automatically without any issue. Google picked it up fast. UI is simple, too. Using it for a few weeks now, works great. tnx devs for this plu
Is it suitable for websites with a large number of products?
I’m currently using AIOSEO’s sitemap, but due to the large number of products, the sitemap is causing a 504 error.
Thanks!
Very good
Sitemap Generator Professional Reviews
junk plugin
paid plugin that not give chance the user to try before buy, just don’t install this junk
Too expensive
The plugin is too expensive.
Great Plugin
So simple to use and I just love this plugin. Glad I paid for it as I have got an online store.
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