Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… vs Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware… (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
Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware…
600K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… has a higher user rating (4.5/5 from 153 reviews) and leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 600K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… has accumulated 32M+ total downloads while Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware… has 33M+. Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… has a higher support resolution rate (80% vs 0%).
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… | Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware… | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ◄ | 4.2/5 |
| Total Reviews | 153 | ► | 383 |
| Active Installs | 1.0M+ | ◄ | 600K+ |
| Total Downloads | 32M+ | ► | 33M+ |
| Support Resolution | 80% | ◄ | 0% |
| Last Updated | 4 days ago | ◄ | 4 weeks ago |
| First Released | 2021 | 2011 | |
| Age | 5 years | 15 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.7+ | 3.6+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.0+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.6.0 | 2.7 |
Rating Breakdown
Security Optimizer – The All-In-One…
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Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Security Optimizer – The All-In-One… averaged approximately 12,307 daily downloads while Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware… averaged 23,168.
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
Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware… Reviews
Solve my security problem
Solve my security problem cloaking, malicious database injections, that the Wordfence wasn’t able to remove.
♡ Sucuri
No hack since Sucuri. Before hacked.
A Must for Website Security
I’m really glad I set up this plugin because I was able to track suspicious logins and other security threats
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