# AddQuicktag vs Button Generator

> AddQuicktag vs Button Generator compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. AddQuicktag comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Button Generator.

**AddQuicktag comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Button Generator.** Choose AddQuicktag if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | AddQuicktag | Button Generator |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 100K+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 47.2K ✅ | 47 |
| Download trend | +3245.8% ✅ | -25.4% |
| Rating | 4.7/5 | — |
| Reviews | 44 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 91/100 ✅ | 23/100 |
| Last updated | 4 weeks ago ✅ | 17 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 ✅ | WP 2.8.4 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | May 2007 | Mar 2010 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, AddQuicktag or Button Generator?
AddQuicktag comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Button Generator. Choose AddQuicktag if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is AddQuicktag more popular than Button Generator?
AddQuicktag is the more popular of the two with 100K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Button Generator.

### Can I use AddQuicktag and Button Generator together?
Both plugins cover button, 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 AddQuicktag and Button Generator 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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