# FileBird Document Library vs My Research

> FileBird Document Library vs My Research compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. FileBird Document Library comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against My Research.

**FileBird Document Library comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against My Research.** Choose FileBird Document Library if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose My Research if you care most about download trend.

| | FileBird Document Library | My Research |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 5K+ ✅ | <10 |
| Downloads (30 days) | 1.1K ✅ | 33 |
| Download trend | +2.8% | +153.8% ✅ |
| Rating | 4.9/5 | — |
| Reviews | 8 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 69/100 ✅ | 21/100 |
| Last updated | 2 months ago ✅ | 9 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 ✅ | WP 4.9.34 |
| Support resolved | 0% | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | Jun 2022 | Sep 2014 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, FileBird Document Library or My Research?
FileBird Document Library comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against My Research. Choose FileBird Document Library if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose My Research if you care most about download trend.

### Is FileBird Document Library more popular than My Research?
FileBird Document Library is the more popular of the two with 5K+ active installs, compared with <10 for My Research.

### Can I use FileBird Document Library and My Research together?
Both plugins cover documents, 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 FileBird Document Library and My Research 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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