ManageWP Worker vs Autoptimize (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Autoptimize has a higher user rating (4.7/5 from 1,424 reviews) while ManageWP Worker leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 900K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. ManageWP Worker has accumulated 27M+ total downloads while Autoptimize has 43M+. Autoptimize has a higher support resolution rate (36% vs 0%).
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | ManageWP Worker | Autoptimize | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.6/5 | ► | 4.7/5 |
| Total Reviews | 677 | ► | 1,424 |
| Active Installs | 1.0M+ | ◄ | 900K+ |
| Total Downloads | 27M+ | ► | 43M+ |
| Support Resolution | 0% | ► | 36% |
| Last Updated | 2 weeks ago | ► | Yesterday |
| First Released | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Age | 15 years | 17 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.1+ | 5.3+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | 7.1+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 4.9.32 | 3.1.15.1 |
Rating Breakdown
ManageWP Worker
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Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, ManageWP Worker averaged approximately 25,136 daily downloads while Autoptimize averaged 25,828.
Recent Reviews
ManageWP Worker Reviews
The best–makes site management easy
I have used manage wp for years. It’s never let me down and saved me several times with being able to easily restore backups. Outstanding plugin/service.
Works Perfect
Connected my site with ManageWP in few seconds. Now updates and monitoring feel much easier. Everything works smooth so far. Saves time managing multiple sites. tnx to the devs.
Nice
Very good plugin for backup
Autoptimize Reviews
avoid
causes critical error, also no way to deactivate or remove without it crippling my wp site. don’t use it.
Injects Malware.
Not one but this happened twice in about 6 months across 2 sites. This topic was modified 1 week, 6 days ago by kkrajk.
Mala idea adquirir la versión PRO
Pague la versión PRO, y realmente fue un desastre, mi web tuvo constantes caídas, excesiva cantidad de cache, problemas con el CSS, realmente fue una perdida de dinero en el Plugin
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