Database Backup for WordPress vs HyperDB (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Database Backup for WordPress
70K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Database Backup for WordPress has a higher user rating (4.5/5 from 66 reviews) and leads in active installations (70K+ vs 10). Both are free WordPress plugins. Database Backup for WordPress has accumulated 3.7M+ total downloads while HyperDB has 187K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Database Backup for WordPress | HyperDB | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ◄ | 4.1/5 |
| Total Reviews | 66 | ◄ | 14 |
| Active Installs | 70K+ | ◄ | 10 |
| Total Downloads | 3.7M+ | ◄ | 187K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 years ago | ► | 3 years ago |
| First Released | 2005 | 2016 | |
| Age | 21 years | 10 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.6.0+ | 4.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.5.2 | 1.8 |
Rating Breakdown
Database Backup for WordPress
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Download Trends
Recent Reviews
Database Backup for WordPress Reviews
very slow
Very slow, Please make it faster This topic was modified 3 years, 11 months ago by Vu Tru So.
does it’s job
…but it’s very, very slow. So don’t use it, if you’re in hurry! 🤣
Good plugin
The backups went fine and I saved them on my computer. The problem came after my site went wonky and I tried to restore. Then I noticed that the “Restore” function is a premium addition. After a confu
HyperDB Reviews
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