Head-to-head · October 2026
Ortto vs Edward
Edward comes out ahead, winning 6 of 6 head-to-head checks against Ortto.
| Metric | Ortto | Edward |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 20+ | 100+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 113 | 582 |
| Download trend | +41.3% | +55.6% |
| Rating | — | — |
| Reviews | 0 | 0 |
| Health score | 52/100 | 68/100 |
| Last updated | 4 months ago | 21 hours ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.0.6 | WP 7.1.2 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ | 7.4+ |
| First released | Aug 2021 | Jun 2026 |
Daily downloads, last 90 days
OrttoEdward
Choose Ortto if…
You prefer its feature set and workflow — it holds its own on the fundamentals.
- Small user base (20+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
Choose Edward if…
You care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.
- Actively developed — last update 21 hours ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Momentum — downloads up 55.6% vs the previous 30 days
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
Both compete in: autopilot
FAQ
Ortto vs Edward: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 1, 2026
Which is better, Ortto or Edward?
Edward comes out ahead, winning 6 of 6 head-to-head checks against Ortto. Choose Edward if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.
Is Ortto more popular than Edward?
Edward is the more popular of the two with 100+ active installs, compared with 20+ for Ortto.
Can I use Ortto and Edward together?
Both plugins cover autopilot, 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 Ortto and Edward 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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