WPVulnerability vs Health Monitor (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, WPVulnerability has a higher user rating (5/5 from 20 reviews) and leads in active installations (10K+ vs 20). Both are free WordPress plugins. WPVulnerability has accumulated 535K+ total downloads while Health Monitor has 850.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | WPVulnerability | Health Monitor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | ◄ | N/A |
| Total Reviews | 20 | ◄ | 0 |
| Active Installs | 10K+ | ◄ | 20 |
| Total Downloads | 535K+ | ◄ | 850 |
| Support Resolution | 0% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 2 months ago | ◄ | 9 months ago |
| First Released | 2022 | 2025 | |
| Age | 4 years | 1 year | |
| WP Requires | 4.7+ | 5.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.6+ | 8.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.3.1 | 1.4.3 |
Rating Breakdown
WPVulnerability
Health Monitor
Download Trends
Recent Reviews
WPVulnerability Reviews
Wow, most useful wordpress plugin for security!
It is a must have install on every WP project for security and maintaince! 🙂 Backed up by a open API that shares vulnerabilities. Thank you! 😊
Essential plugin
Without a doubt, the most important plugin to install on your WordPress instance.
Mi herramienta principal de diagnóstico
Resume en un solo plugin todas las vulnerabilidades tu WordPress, Plugins y Themes. Para mi es un “musthave” desde hace más de 1 año. Lo instalo en todas mis auditorías.
Health Monitor Reviews
No reviews yet
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