Database Backup for WordPress vs SQL Executioner (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, SQL Executioner has a higher user rating (4.6/5 from 11 reviews) while Database Backup for WordPress leads in active installations (70K+ vs 2.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Database Backup for WordPress has accumulated 3.7M+ total downloads while SQL Executioner has 53K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Database Backup for WordPress | SQL Executioner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 | ► | 4.6/5 |
| Total Reviews | 66 | ◄ | 11 |
| Active Installs | 70K+ | ◄ | 2.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 3.7M+ | ◄ | 53K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 years ago | ◄ | 9 years ago |
| First Released | 2005 | 2012 | |
| Age | 21 years | 14 years | |
| WP Requires | 3.6.0+ | 3.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 5.3+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.5.2 | 1.4 |
Rating Breakdown
Database Backup for WordPress
SQL Executioner
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Database Backup for WordPress averaged approximately 40 daily downloads while SQL Executioner averaged 10.
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
SQL Executioner Reviews
Still works for deleting 40,000 pending comments
Haven’t tested more than that, but it still does in 2021. Nice.
Amazing Tool
I use this plugin on a daily basis to run quick queries in the database while developing. Very very helpful!!!
Outstanding Plugin!
It is a great help!
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