WPS Hide Login vs Remove Dashboard Access (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Remove Dashboard Access
30K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, WPS Hide Login has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 2,103 reviews) and leads in active installations (2.0M+ vs 30K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. WPS Hide Login has accumulated 30M+ total downloads while Remove Dashboard Access has 468K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | WPS Hide Login | Remove Dashboard Access | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ◄ | 4.6/5 |
| Total Reviews | 2,103 | ◄ | 78 |
| Active Installs | 2.0M+ | ◄ | 30K+ |
| Total Downloads | 30M+ | ◄ | 468K+ |
| Support Resolution | 0% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 2 months ago | ◄ | 1 year ago |
| First Released | 2015 | 2011 | |
| Age | 11 years | 15 years | |
| WP Requires | 4.1+ | 3.1.0+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.0+ | 5.3+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 1.9.18 | 1.2.1 |
Rating Breakdown
WPS Hide Login
Remove Dashboard Access
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, WPS Hide Login averaged approximately 6,847 daily downloads while Remove Dashboard Access averaged 67.
Recent Reviews
WPS Hide Login Reviews
Simple & Useful
Works well for hiding the login URL. Setup was easy, no issues so far. Helps a bit with security, cz bots can’t find wp-login easily. Not super advanced, but it does the job. tnkz devs
Simple, effective, and essential for basic WordPress security
I’ve been using WPS Hide Login for quite some time, and it has been a simple yet very effective addition to my WordPress setup. What I appreciate most is how lightweight and straightforward it is.
Does not perform its stated function
Within a couple of hours after we change the secret address, search engines directly request it. If they are able to find it out, and so soon, then this plugin is useless.
Remove Dashboard Access Reviews
Very important for safety
Meddling with htaccess always goes south on me unless I use the old notepad. I rarely have time to. This workaround does the same thing; and is just as good. Now, how do I remove access to wp-login.ph
Does exactly what it says it will do
Installed, activated, found Settings, set it to allow dashboard for only Admins, Editors, and Authors. Works perfectly right out of the box.
Works Perfectly
Works as it says it will.
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