Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… vs Admin Tweaks (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Security Optimizer – The All-In-One…
1.0M+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Admin Tweaks has a higher user rating (4.7/5 from 33 reviews) while Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 1.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… has accumulated 32M+ total downloads while Admin Tweaks has 42K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… | Admin Tweaks | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ► | 4.7/5 |
| Total Reviews | 153 | ◄ | 33 |
| Active Installs | 1.0M+ | ◄ | 1.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 32M+ | ◄ | 42K+ |
| Support Resolution | 75% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 4 days ago | ◄ | 11 months ago |
| First Released | 2021 | 2011 | |
| Age | 5 years | 15 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.7+ | 5.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.0+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.6.0 | 3.3.3 |
Rating Breakdown
Security Optimizer – The All-In-One…
Admin Tweaks
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… averaged approximately 12,307 daily downloads while Admin Tweaks averaged 6.
Recent Reviews
Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… Reviews
Good Security Control
Installed it to improve my site security. The interface is simple, and most features work well. Had to tweak a few settings, but nothing complicated. Overall, pretty useful plugin. tnx devs. T
sgs_whitelist_wp_content custom filter doesn’t work
This plugin seems to be designed for SiteGround hosting only. I am using SiteGround, and the plugin works well except for the file whitelisting feature. I applied the sgs_whitelist_wp_content custom f
Horrible. Clashes with everything. Breaches GDPR
This plugin has caused nothing but endless problems. It clashes with Elementor and Papal payment plugins. Of course, all Siteground do is blame the other companies, as if their plugin is perfect. W
Admin Tweaks Reviews
Awesome
Elegant and useful, and amazingly for free. Thank you! This topic was modified 4 years ago by bitpath.
A must have
A must have
wonderful!
so many tips together! thanks for that very useful feature package!
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