# Download Manager vs FlexTable

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

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

| | Download Manager | FlexTable – Data Table Sync with Google Sheets |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 10+ | 4K+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 94 | 4.3K ✅ |
| Download trend | +42.4% | +92% ✅ |
| Rating | — | 4.6/5 |
| Reviews | 0 | 35 ✅ |
| Health score | 23/100 | 87/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 14 years ago | 1 week ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 3.5.2 | WP 7.1.3 ✅ |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | 7.2+ |
| First released | Mar 2013 | May 2021 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Download Manager more popular than FlexTable?
FlexTable is the more popular of the two with 4K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Download Manager.

### Can I use Download Manager and FlexTable together?
Both plugins cover data table, 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 Download Manager and FlexTable 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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