Log in with Google vs WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication) (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication)
3.0K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Log in with Google has a higher user rating (4.5/5 from 15 reviews) and leads in active installations (6.0K+ vs 3.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Log in with Google has accumulated 119K+ total downloads while WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication) has 174K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Log in with Google | WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ◄ | 3.8/5 |
| Total Reviews | 15 | ► | 41 |
| Active Installs | 6.0K+ | ◄ | 3.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 119K+ | ► | 174K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 month ago | ◄ | 2 months ago |
| First Released | 2020 | 2013 | |
| Age | 6 years | 13 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.5+ | 4.7.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.4+ | 7.4+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.4.2 | 4.5.0 |
Rating Breakdown
Log in with Google
WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication)
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Log in with Google averaged approximately 91 daily downloads while WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication) averaged 42.
Recent Reviews
Log in with Google Reviews
Excellent plugin
Works as advertised, SImple and easy to use.
Minimal and Best
For multiple social login accounts, I prefer Nextend Social Login and Register. But for internal web or website that has only admin team, no users, I think this plugin is the best.
Does not work in multisite
works fine for one site but not for multisite, need to add a notice about it
WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication) Reviews
Serious security flaw — tokens remain valid after logout
I tested WP OAuth Server (OAuth Authentication) in integration with a client application and found a serious issue: even after the user logs out from WordPress, the issued access token is still accept
Abandoned plugin
It looks like the plugin is abandoned. Moreover, I bought a Pro version but it doesn’t work and nobody replies via the support email. I can’t even access my license key because the password restore do
This plugin is really fantastic
I just want to say thank you to the developer, you have done a great job and saved me a tonne of time 🙂
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