External links new tab – nofollow vs JAB External Link New Tab (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
External links new tab – nofollow
300 active installs
Free
JAB External Link New Tab
100 active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, External links new tab – nofollow has a higher user rating (5/5 from 2 reviews) and leads in active installations (300 vs 100). Both are free WordPress plugins. External links new tab – nofollow has accumulated 3.3K+ total downloads while JAB External Link New Tab has 7.0K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | External links new tab – nofollow | JAB External Link New Tab | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 | |
| Total Reviews | 2 | ◄ | 1 |
| Active Installs | 300 | ◄ | 100 |
| Total Downloads | 3.3K+ | ► | 7.0K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 years ago | ◄ | 11 years ago |
| First Released | 2017 | 2010 | |
| Age | 9 years | 16 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.0+ | 2.0.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.1.5 | 1.3 |
Rating Breakdown
External links new tab – nofollow
JAB External Link New Tab
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