Login Security, FireWall, Malware… vs BitFire Security – Firewall, WAF… (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Login Security, FireWall, Malware…
30K+ active installs
Free
BitFire Security – Firewall, WAF…
300 active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, BitFire Security – Firewall, WAF… has a higher user rating (5/5 from 7 reviews) while Login Security, FireWall, Malware… leads in active installations (30K+ vs 300). Both are free WordPress plugins. Login Security, FireWall, Malware… has accumulated 2.6M+ total downloads while BitFire Security – Firewall, WAF… has 13K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Login Security, FireWall, Malware… | BitFire Security – Firewall, WAF… | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 379 | ◄ | 7 |
| Active Installs | 30K+ | ◄ | 300 |
| Total Downloads | 2.6M+ | ◄ | 13K+ |
| Support Resolution | 76% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 4 days ago | ◄ | 6 months ago |
| First Released | 2016 | 2022 | |
| Age | 10 years | 4 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.0+ | 6.1+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | 7.4+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.176 | 4.8.2 |
Rating Breakdown
Login Security, FireWall, Malware…
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Download Trends
Recent Reviews
Login Security, FireWall, Malware… Reviews
Software works
I like software that just works.
I got hacked
Hi, I’m writing to get some feedback. I have the Cleantalk antispam and security installed and my website got hacked via the password recovery hack. It seems there is no way to protect the wordpress l
This plugin is AWESOME!
I’ve been using this plugin for a few months now and it has never let me down! Easy to manage and block potential invaders.
BitFire Security – Firewall, WAF… Reviews
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