# AddToAny Share Buttons vs Universal Web Share

> AddToAny Share Buttons vs Universal Web Share compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. AddToAny Share Buttons comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Universal Web Share.

**AddToAny Share Buttons comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Universal Web Share.** Choose AddToAny Share Buttons if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose Universal Web Share if you care most about download trend.

| | AddToAny Share Buttons | Universal Web Share |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 300K+ ✅ | <10 |
| Downloads (30 days) | 28.8K ✅ | 269 |
| Download trend | -1.2% | +17% ✅ |
| Rating | 4.7/5 | 5/5 |
| Reviews | 1,114 ✅ | 1 |
| Health score | 81/100 ✅ | 28/100 |
| Last updated | 5 months ago ✅ | 3 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.0.7 ✅ | WP 6.3.13 |
| Support resolved | 100% | — |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ | 8.1+ |
| First released | Mar 2007 | Feb 2024 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, AddToAny Share Buttons or Universal Web Share?
AddToAny Share Buttons comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Universal Web Share. Choose AddToAny Share Buttons if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose Universal Web Share if you care most about download trend.

### Is AddToAny Share Buttons more popular than Universal Web Share?
AddToAny Share Buttons is the more popular of the two with 300K+ active installs, compared with <10 for Universal Web Share.

### Can I use AddToAny Share Buttons and Universal Web Share together?
Both plugins cover share, social and social media, so most sites only need one. Running two plugins that do the same job can cause conflicts and slow your site down — pick the one that fits best and remove the other.

### Are AddToAny Share Buttons and Universal Web Share free?
Yes. Both are free to download from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. Either may also offer paid upgrades from its developer.


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