# Breadcrumb based on URL vs WP Breadcrumb

> Breadcrumb based on URL vs WP Breadcrumb compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Breadcrumb based on URL comes out ahead, winning 5 of 7 head-to-head checks against WP Breadcrumb.

**Breadcrumb based on URL comes out ahead, winning 5 of 7 head-to-head checks against WP Breadcrumb.** Choose Breadcrumb based on URL if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and health score. Choose WP Breadcrumb if you care most about download trend and reviews.

| | Breadcrumb based on URL | WP Breadcrumb |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 300+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 117 ✅ | 109 |
| Download trend | -7.1% | +39.7% ✅ |
| Rating | 5/5 | 3.3/5 |
| Reviews | 2 | 3 ✅ |
| Health score | 61/100 ✅ | 25/100 |
| Last updated | 4 months ago ✅ | 9 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.0.6 ✅ | WP 4.7.37 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ | Any |
| First released | Dec 2016 | Nov 2016 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Breadcrumb based on URL or WP Breadcrumb?
Breadcrumb based on URL comes out ahead, winning 5 of 7 head-to-head checks against WP Breadcrumb. Choose Breadcrumb based on URL if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and health score. Choose WP Breadcrumb if you care most about download trend and reviews.

### Is Breadcrumb based on URL more popular than WP Breadcrumb?
Breadcrumb based on URL is the more popular of the two with 300+ active installs, compared with 10+ for WP Breadcrumb.

### Can I use Breadcrumb based on URL and WP Breadcrumb together?
Both plugins cover breadcrumb and breadcrumb trail, 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 Breadcrumb based on URL and WP Breadcrumb 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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