Compare WordPress Roles (2026)
Side-by-side comparisons of the most popular WordPress roles. As of April 2026, we have 27 curated comparisons with detailed analysis based on real WordPress.org data.
27 Roles Comparisons
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60K+4.1If Menu – Visibility control for Menus
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9.0K+4.9View Admin As
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4.0K+4.8Expire Users
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2.0K+3.6HM Multiple Roles
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2.0K+5Restrict Media Library Access
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
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1.0K+4.4If Widget – Visibility control for…
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9.0K+4.9View Admin As
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4.0K+4.8Expire Users
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2.0K+3.6HM Multiple Roles
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2.0K+5Restrict Media Library Access
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
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4.0K+4.8Expire Users
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2.0K+3.6HM Multiple Roles
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2.0K+5Restrict Media Library Access
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
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1.0K+4.4If Widget – Visibility control for…
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2.0K+3.6HM Multiple Roles
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2.0K+5Restrict Media Library Access
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
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1.0K+4.4If Widget – Visibility control for…
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2.0K+5Restrict Media Library Access
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
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1.0K+4.4If Widget – Visibility control for…
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
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1.0K+4.4If Widget – Visibility control for…
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1.0K+5Privilege Menu
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right WordPress roles plugin?
Compare key metrics like active installations, user ratings, support response rates, and update frequency. Our side-by-side comparisons show these data points for each plugin so you can make an informed decision based on real WordPress.org statistics.
What data is used in these roles comparisons?
Every comparison uses live data from WordPress.org including star ratings, active install counts, download trends, support thread resolution rates, version compatibility, and recent user reviews — all updated daily.
Are there free alternatives among WordPress roles?
Yes — most WordPress roles offer a free version on WordPress.org. Our comparisons include both free and premium plugins so you can evaluate whether paid features are worth the upgrade for your specific needs.
How often are these roles comparisons updated?
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