Database Backup for WordPress vs Database Manager – WP Adminer (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
Database Manager – WP Adminer
20K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Database Manager – WP Adminer has a higher user rating (5/5 from 28 reviews) while Database Backup for WordPress leads in active installations (70K+ vs 20K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Database Backup for WordPress has accumulated 3.7M+ total downloads while Database Manager – WP Adminer has 311K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Database Backup for WordPress | Database Manager – WP Adminer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 66 | ◄ | 28 |
| Active Installs | 70K+ | ◄ | 20K+ |
| Total Downloads | 3.7M+ | ◄ | 311K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | 100% | |
| Last Updated | 3 years ago | ► | 5 days ago |
| First Released | 2005 | 2022 | |
| Age | 21 years | 4 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.6.0+ | 4.7.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3+ | 7.0+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.5.2 | 4.3.4.1 |
Rating Breakdown
Database Backup for WordPress
Database Manager – WP Adminer
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Database Backup for WordPress averaged approximately 40 daily downloads while Database Manager – WP Adminer averaged 760.
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
Database Manager – WP Adminer Reviews
Excellent plugin
I don’t use a plugin like this every day. But when you need direct and easy access to your WordPress database… it’s the best! The user-interface is good and logical, and searches are really fast.
A decent database tool inside WordPress
Very handy! I’ve never been a fan of the phpMyAdmin provided by my hosting. Adminer with this integration is so much cleaner. The quick links to common tables are a great touch, saves me clicks every
Excelente
Excelente plugin, funciona muy bien. Muy recomendado!
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